Description
This Creamy Garlic Butter Mushrooms recipe features tender, sautéed white mushrooms cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce enhanced with white wine, fresh parsley, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a savory side dish or a decadent topping, it’s quick to prepare and bursting with comforting flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Butter and Mushrooms
- 5 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 pound white mushrooms (button mushrooms)
Seasoning and Sauce
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons white wine (or chicken broth)
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat Butter: Heat butter in a large skillet set over medium-high heat, ensuring it melts evenly to create a rich base for sautéing the mushrooms.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the mushrooms to the butter and stir to coat them thoroughly. Cook over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently. Season with salt and pepper to taste while cooking, keeping in mind the salted butter and Parmesan add additional saltiness.
- Add Wine and Aromatics: Once the mushrooms are browned and slightly seared, pour in the white wine and stir to coat. Immediately add the minced garlic and chopped parsley, continuing to stir and toss the mushrooms as they cook.
- Sauté Garlic: Cook for another 1-2 minutes until you can smell the fragrant garlic and the wine has slightly reduced.
- Finish with Cream and Cheese: Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the mushrooms. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and reduces a bit. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve this creamy, garlicky mushroom dish immediately, perfect as a side or topping.
Notes
- Use fresh white button mushrooms for the best texture and flavor.
- White wine can be substituted with chicken broth if you prefer a non-alcoholic version.
- Be cautious when salting as the butter and Parmesan cheese already add saltiness.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives.
- This recipe pairs well with steaks, grilled chicken, or as a topping for toasted bread.
