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Creamy Garlic Mushrooms Recipe

These creamy garlic mushrooms are so easy to make and are on the table in 20 minutes. They make for a great holiday appetizer or side dish that's full of flavor. Creamy and garlicky, this classic dish is always a hit.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4 people
Author: Becky Hardin

Ingredients

  • 5 tbsp butter salted
  • 1 lb. white mushrooms button mushrooms
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp white wine or chicken broth
  • 2 tsp garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese grated

Instructions

  • Heat butter in a large skillet set over medium-high heat.
    5 tbsp butter
  • Add mushrooms and stir to coat in the butter. Cook on medium-high for 2-3 minutes, stirring often. While cooking, season with salt and pepper to taste (a little salt goes a long way since we are using salted butter and adding parm later).
    1 lb. white mushrooms, salt and pepper
  • Once browned and slightly seared, add the white wine and stir to coat. Add the garlic and parsley and continue stirring/tossing as you cook.
    2 tbsp white wine, 2 tsp garlic, 2 tbsp parsley
  • Cook for 1-2 minutes, until garlic is fragrant.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and add in the grated Parmesan cheese. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer for 2-4 minutes, or until sauce is reduced a bit. Taste the sauce and add more salt/pepper if needed.
    2 tbsp heavy cream, 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese
  • Serve and enjoy!

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Notes

  • White button mushrooms are tender, juicy, and easy to find and work well in this dish. 
  • Use low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth for a wine-free dish. 
  • After washing, dry the mushrooms so they don't get soggy.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 4oz. | Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 725mg | Potassium: 397mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 727IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg