Description
Creamy garlic mushrooms are a quick and easy-to-make side dish featuring tender mushrooms sautéed in butter and garlic, then enveloped in a luscious, warming cream sauce. Perfect as a side, topping, or light main, this recipe delivers comforting flavors and versatile serving options in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients
- 250g fresh button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 150ml heavy cream (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare and Clean the Mushrooms: Gently wipe your mushrooms with a damp cloth or soft brush to remove any dirt. Avoid soaking them in water to keep their texture firm. Then slice them evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Sauté the Garlic in Butter: Heat a pan over medium heat and melt the butter. Add the freshly minced garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 1 minute, without letting it brown to create an aromatic base.
- Cook the Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the garlic butter. Stir frequently and cook until they release their moisture and turn golden brown, approximately 5–7 minutes. This caramelization intensifies their flavor.
- Add Cream and Season: Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir occasionally and allow the sauce to thicken slightly for about 3–4 minutes.
- Finish with Fresh Parsley: Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley to add brightness and a fresh contrast in flavor and color.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream to prevent curdling when added to the hot pan.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook mushrooms in batches if needed to ensure proper browning instead of steaming.
- Unsalted butter allows better control over seasoning.
- Use fresh garlic instead of pre-minced for optimal flavor and aroma.
- Cook low and slow when simmering the sauce to develop a velvety texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 of recipe (approx. 125g)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: creamy garlic mushrooms, mushroom side dish, easy mushroom recipe, garlic cream sauce, quick mushroom recipe, vegetarian side, comfort food
