Creamy Mushroom Delight Recipe
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Introduction
Here’s the recipe to creating an earthy, savory goodness – the Creamy Mushroom Delight. It’s a blend of silky cream with the rich and flavorful mushrooms that can be served as a delicious side dish or be the star of the meal itself.
Why Make This Recipe
This Creamy Mushroom Delight is a must-try for several reasons. It’s comforting, flavorful, and healthier than most creamy mushroom recipes. You’d find the earthy taste of mushrooms mingling effortlessly with the creamy and buttery blend. Plus, it is super simple to make!
How to Make Creamy Mushroom Delight
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 tablespoon of butter
1 pound of sliced mushrooms (button or cremini mushrooms are suggested)
1 small finely chopped onion
3 cloves of minced garlic
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup vegetable broth
1 tablespoon of Soy Sauce
1 teaspoon thyme leaves
Salt and pepper as per taste
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Directions:
Begin by heating up the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Introduce onions and garlic to the pool and saute them till they turn translucent and give off the aroma.
Gradually add the sliced mushrooms and cook them till they turn golden and tender.
Gently pour in the vegetable broth and soy sauce and let it simmer.
Stir in the heavy cream and thyme, and shift to a low heat setting.
Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes till it thickens adequately.
Remember to season the mixture with pepper and salt as per your taste.
Finally, garnish your delight with fresh parsley before serving!
How to Serve Creamy Mushroom Delight
The Creamy Mushroom Delight can be served either as a standalone dish or as the side to your favorite pasta. Pairs perfectly with crusty bread as well.
How to Store Creamy Mushroom Delight
To store the Creamy Mushroom Delight, refrigerate it in an airtight container. It can be stored up to 2-3 days.
Tips to Make Creamy Mushroom Delight
To make sure your Creamy Mushroom Delight comes out perfect, you should slice the mushrooms uniformly so that they cook evenly. When simmering, ensure the heat setting is low to allow the mushrooms to soak in the flavors.
Variation
For a non-vegetarian variation, you could add bits of fried bacon to the delight.
FAQs
Q1. Can I use any other oil instead of olive oil?
Ans: Yes, you may use any other cooking oil, but olive oil adds a distinct flavor.
Q2. Can this recipe be turned vegan?
Ans: Yes, substituting butter with margarine or vegan butter, and the cream with coconut cream, the recipe can be vegan.
Q3. Can I use dried thyme leaves instead of fresh ones?
Ans: Yes, dried thyme leaves are a perfectly good substitute for fresh thyme leaves in this recipe. However, use in less quantity as dried herbs are stronger.