Description
Creamy garlic parmesan mushrooms deliver a luxurious side dish straight from Italian kitchens. Savory mushrooms absorb rich flavors, creating a delectable complement to main courses you’ll crave repeatedly.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) mushrooms (button, cremini, or a mix), cleaned and halved
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp dried thyme (or 1 tsp fresh thyme)
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepping the Pan: Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium temperature, creating a golden foundation for the mushrooms’ transformation.
- Mushroom Sauté: Add sliced mushrooms to the sizzling pan, allowing them to caramelize and release their rich, earthy juices while developing a tantalizing golden-brown exterior through occasional gentle stirring.
- Flavor Awakening: Introduce minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper into the skillet, crafting an aromatic symphony that intensifies the mushrooms’ natural essence and creates a complex flavor profile.
- Creamy Fusion: Reduce heat and pour heavy cream into the pan, stirring continuously to merge the ingredients into a luxurious, velvety sauce that gradually thickens and embraces the mushroom slices.
- Cheese Finale: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese into the mixture, whisking until it melts completely and transforms the sauce into a silky, decadent coating that clings seductively to each mushroom morsel.
- Garnish and Serve: Adjust seasoning to perfect the flavor balance, then adorn with fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes. Transfer the creamy mushrooms to a serving dish immediately, presenting a sumptuous side dish that promises to tantalize the taste buds.
Notes
Master Mushroom Searing: Choose a wide skillet to ensure mushrooms brown evenly without overcrowding, preventing steaming instead of caramelizing.
Cream Sauce Control: Maintain low heat when adding cream to prevent separation and achieve a smooth, silky texture that coats mushrooms perfectly.
Cheese Melting Magic: Add Parmesan gradually and off direct heat, stirring continuously to create a seamless, clump-free sauce with rich, consistent flavor.
Dietary Flexibility: Swap heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version, or use low-fat cream for a lighter alternative without compromising the dish’s luxurious essence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 76 mg