Low Fat Rich and Creamy Roomsaus
Elevate your meals with this Low Fat Rich and Creamy Roomsaus—a luxurious yet guilt-free mushroom sauce that’s perfect for enhancing grilled meats, pasta, or roasted vegetables. This wholesome recipe combines earthy cremini mushrooms, aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs like thyme and parsley into a velvety sauce thickened with a light cornstarch slurry. Made with low-fat milk and broth, it delivers all the richness you crave without the extra calories. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy sauce is a kitchen staple for those seeking healthy comfort food. Indulge in creamy perfection without compromise!
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 peeled and minced garlic clove
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 250 grams, sliced cremini mushrooms
- 1 cup low-fat chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup low-fat milk
- 0.5 teaspoon, chopped fresh thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon, chopped fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic and finely chopped onion. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are soft and have released their liquid, approximately 6-7 minutes.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of the low-fat milk to create a smooth slurry. Set aside.
Step 5
Pour the low-fat chicken or vegetable broth into the saucepan, stirring to combine.
Step 6
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
Step 7
Stir in the cornstarch slurry, continuously stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 8
Gradually add the remaining low-fat milk while stirring, ensuring the sauce remains smooth.
Step 9
Add the chopped thyme, black pepper, and salt. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 10
Continue to simmer the sauce on low heat for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 11
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
Step 12
Serve the low-fat creamy mushroom sauce over your choice of grilled meats or pasta.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (915.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 424.7 |
| Total Fat 20.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 19.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2181.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 45.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.6g | |
| Protein 18.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 118.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 407.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1483.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories