Cream of mushroom sauce, a culinary classic, stands as a testament to the transformative power of simple ingredients, effortlessly elevating countless dishes with its rich, earthy undertones. Whether gracing a juicy steak, tender chicken, or hearty pasta, this versatile sauce has earned its place as a beloved staple in kitchens worldwide. With its ability to enhance any meal, it's no wonder culinary enthusiasts and home cooks alike seek out the perfect recipe to create this culinary masterpiece. In this comprehensive guide, we will embark on a journey to discover the secrets of crafting the ultimate cream of mushroom sauce, unraveling the techniques and ingredient combinations that bring this classic to life.
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CREAMY MUSHROOM SAUCE
This all-purpose mushroom sauce is very creamy and can be used over pasta, roast beef, chicken, pork, or baked potatoes.
Provided by Michele
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until butter is melted. Add mushrooms and cook until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Season with garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in wine, and allow to sizzle while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Cook until wine is mostly evaporated, about 1 minute.
- Stir in cream and chicken broth, lower heat to medium, and simmer slowly, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens but does not separate, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in thyme and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 42.4 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 145.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
MUSHROOM CREAM SAUCE
Provided by Tyler Florence
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saute pan over low heat. Add garlic and sage. Season with salt and pepper. Add the mushrooms, cook 5 minutes until slightly softened. Pour in cream and heat slowly. When the sauce has reached a velvety smooth consistency, remove from stove. Stir in leek and serve immediately with chicken Marsala ravioli.
CREAM OF MUSHROOM SAUCE
The sauce is cream of mushroom soup and other common ingredients. Great served with meatballs over egg noodles. Super easy.
Provided by food friend
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk the cream of mushroom soup, soy sauce, parsley, black pepper, Italian seasoning, chili powder, sugar, and milk together in a saucepan until smooth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 854.2 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
QUICK & EASY MUSHROOM CREAM SAUCE WITH PASTA
So fast its ready by the time the water boils and pasta cooks. This is a very tasty cream sauce that isn't murder on the waistline. Its amazingly customizable with adding in fresh veggies, coooked shrimp or chicken... sure to be a regular on your busy weeknight menus.
Provided by Meghan
Categories Weeknight
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Set water for cooking pasta on to boil. Cook pasta for time indicated on box, drain.
- While boiling water and cooking pasta, bring olive oil to heat over medium high in sauce pan.
- Add in onion, sautee for 5 minutes or until soft, add in garlic and continue to sautee for 2 more minutes.
- Stir in sour cream, can of soup, broth (or wine), worchestershire and pepper, stir until smooth. Reduce heat to medium and bring to simmer.
- When sauce is thickened to your liking, stir in parmesan cheese then combine with the cooked, drained pasta.
CREAMY HERB-MUSHROOM SAUCE
Creamy sauce made with herbs and mushroom is so rich and it tastes good ladled over chicken, beef or pork.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Condiment
Time 15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook shallots and mushrooms in butter, stirring occasionally, until tender.
- Stir in flour, thyme and parsley. Cook, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
- Gradually stir in half-and-half and wine until smooth. Cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 85, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 2 tablespoons, Sodium 45 mg
MUSHROOM PASTA SAUCE
This creamy mushroom pasta sauce has an earthy flavor that tastes delicious served over pasta, chicken or pork. I like to add bottled sherry sauce and black truffle oil when I have them on hand. -Francine Lizotte, Surrey, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook fettuccine according to package directions. , In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until mushrooms are tender, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Stir in wine. Cook and stir until reduced by half. Stir in cream, stock, sherry, rosemary, basil, thyme, salt, pepper and cayenne. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 15-20 minutes. Drain fettuccine. Serve sauce over pasta. Garnish with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 705 calories, Fat 51g fat (32g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 362mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
QUICK CREAM OF MUSHROOM SOUP
My daughter-in-law, a gourmet cook, served this cream of mushroom soup recipe as the first course for a holiday dinner. She received the recipe from her mom and graciously shared it with me. Now I'm happy to share it with my own friends and family. -Anne Kulick, Phillipsburg, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute mushrooms and onion until tender., Mix flour, salt, pepper and 1 can broth until smooth; stir into mushroom mixture. Stir in remaining can of broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in cream. Simmer, uncovered, until flavors are blended, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 842mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh mushrooms. Fresh mushrooms will have the best flavor and texture. If you can't find fresh mushrooms, you can use dried mushrooms, but be sure to soak them in hot water for at least 30 minutes before using.
- Sauté the mushrooms in butter. Sautéing the mushrooms in butter will help to bring out their flavor and give the sauce a rich, creamy texture.
- Use a good quality white wine. The white wine you use will add flavor to the sauce, so be sure to choose a wine that you enjoy drinking. A dry white wine, such as a Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc, is a good choice.
- Don't overcook the mushrooms. Overcooked mushrooms will be tough and chewy. Cook the mushrooms until they are tender but still have a little bit of bite to them.
- Use a good quality cream. The cream you use will also add flavor to the sauce, so be sure to choose a cream that you enjoy. A heavy cream or whipping cream will give the sauce a rich, creamy texture.
- Season the sauce to taste. Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste. You may also want to add a little bit of lemon juice or Dijon mustard for a bit of extra flavor.
- Serve the sauce immediately. Cream of mushroom sauce is best served immediately after it is made. It can be served over pasta, chicken, or fish.
Conclusion:
Cream of mushroom sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a creamy, flavorful sauce that will elevate any dish.
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