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Red Wine Mushroom Sauce

A rich and creamy sauce made with sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and red wine, perfect for draping over steak.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 240
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz shiitake or portobello mushrooms Select shiitake for a deep flavor or portobello for a meatier base.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 1 tbsp thyme Fresh thyme preferred.
  • 1 cup red wine Choose a wine you enjoy drinking.
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a rich and creamy texture.
  • 1 tbsp salt To taste.
  • 1 tsp pepper To taste.
  • 2 tbsp butter For sautéing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Sauté the mushrooms and garlic in butter for 5–8 minutes until the mushrooms are glossy and softened.
  2. Add thyme to the skillet and bloom for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the red wine and bring to a simmer, reducing it by half until it becomes rich and mellow.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper, adjusting to taste.
  5. Simmer gently until thickened, ensuring the sauce coats the back of a spoon, then serve warm.

Notes

Don't rush the sautéing of mushrooms for the best flavor. Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently.