Best 6 Great Mushroom Gravy Recipes

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**Mushroom Gravy: An Umami-Rich Sauce to Elevate Every Dish**

Indulge your taste buds in the delectable world of mushroom gravy, a culinary masterpiece that transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary feasts. This versatile sauce, crafted from the earthy essence of mushrooms, is a symphony of flavors that complements a wide array of dishes. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking to elevate your culinary skills, this article presents a curated collection of mushroom gravy recipes that cater to every palate and skill level.

From the classic and comforting to the innovative and adventurous, these recipes showcase the diverse applications of mushroom gravy. Whether you're craving a hearty steak smothered in rich, savory mushroom sauce, or a comforting bowl of mashed potatoes topped with creamy mushroom gravy, you'll find a recipe here to satisfy your cravings.

For those seeking a traditional approach, the "Classic Mushroom Gravy" recipe provides a step-by-step guide to creating a timeless sauce that pairs perfectly with roasted meats, poultry, and vegetables. If you're looking for a vegan alternative, the "Vegan Mushroom Gravy" recipe offers a plant-based version that delivers on both flavor and texture.

For those with a penchant for bold flavors, the "Red Wine Mushroom Gravy" recipe incorporates the robust notes of red wine to create a sophisticated sauce that enhances beef, venison, and other game meats. And if you're seeking a creamy and indulgent experience, the "Creamy Mushroom Gravy" recipe delivers a velvety sauce that elevates pasta dishes, chicken, and seafood.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure ease of preparation and accessibility for home cooks of all levels. With clear instructions, helpful tips, and variations to suit different dietary preferences, these mushroom gravy recipes empower you to create restaurant-quality sauces in the comfort of your own kitchen.

So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the umami-rich goodness of mushroom gravy. Let your creativity shine as you explore these diverse recipes and transform your meals into unforgettable culinary experiences.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MUSHROOM GRAVY



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This easy but flavorful gravy made with mixed mushrooms and vegetable broth is perfect for eaters of any stripe.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 ounces mixed sliced mushrooms, such as shiitake, cremini and/or white
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons Marsala wine
2 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until dry and tender, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and cook, stirring until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Add the Marsala and broth and continue to cook until it comes to a boil and thickens, about 5 minutes. Stir in the thyme and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.

MUSHROOM GRAVY



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Serve this richly flavored mushroom gravy over steaks, meatloaf, or roast chicken for a delicious meal. Made with mushrooms, beef broth, and spices.

Provided by John Mitzewich

Categories     Sauce

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 pound white button mushrooms (or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and sliced)
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups beef broth (or chicken or vegetable broth, chilled)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt (to taste)
Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • When the butter starts to sizzle, add the mushrooms and cook, stirring for 10 minutes, or until the mushroom juices have evaporated and they begin to brown.
  • Stir in the flour, reduce the heat to medium, and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Whisk in 1 cup of the cold broth.
  • Once incorporated, pour in the rest of the broth and add the thyme.
  • Bring back to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Season with salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 261 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 3 g, ServingSize 4 cups (serves 16), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

GREAT MUSHROOM GRAVY



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Adapted with mushroomy love from my well-thumbed copy of Vegan Vittles. This is terrific over a meal of potatoes and roasted veggies!

Provided by White Rose Child

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons whole wheat flour, bran sifted out (or ww pastry flour)
1 cup water
1 1/2 tablespoons tamari
1/2 teaspoon garlic granules
1 -1 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
1 teaspoon tahini
black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Toast the flour on low heat till fragrant, stirring often (be patient, this does take a few minutes, but don't turn on high heat and burn it!).
  • Remove from heat and whisk in the water, tamari, and garlic granules. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium, stirring often.
  • When partly thickened, add tahini and mix well. Stir in the mushrooms. Reduce heat, and let the gravy simmer covered for five minutes or so, till the mushrooms are softened.
  • Season with pepper and serve!

CHEF JOHN'S MUSHROOM GRAVY



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Mushroom sauce can be done with any type of stock, but I used beef stock here since I'm going to be serving with meatloaf.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Gravy Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup butter
1 (16 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
salt to taste
¼ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
1 quart beef stock
1 pinch ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch fresh thyme leaves, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat butter over medium heat in a saucepan until it foams. Stir in mushrooms. Season with salt. Simmer until liquid evaporates, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir in the flour, cooking and stirring for about 5 minutes. Add about 1 cup of beef stock, stirring briskly until incorporated, then pour in the remaining stock and mix thoroughly. Season with black pepper and thyme. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes, stirring often.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 63.1 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

MUSHROOM GRAVY



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My whole family love this delicious mushroom sauce. We've eaten it over chicken cutlets, pork chops, and beef roast, almost anything needing a sauce. It's also quick and easy!

Provided by BakingWithLuv

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Gravy Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
1 (8 ounce) package button mushrooms, sliced
¼ cup minced shallot
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
2 cups fat-free reduced-sodium beef broth
¼ cup half-and-half
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 dash salt

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a heavy 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and shallot. Saute, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 6 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons flour; cook until incorporated, about 1 minute. Add beef broth; cook, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir in half-and-half, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 30 seconds more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 32.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 46.4 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

MUSHROOM GRAVY



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This easy Mushroom Gravy recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Categories     Sauce     Mushroom     Quick & Easy     Spring     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound mixed fresh white and exotic mushrooms such as cremini, oyster, or shiitake (discard shiitake stems)
4 large garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion, chopped fine
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 1/2 cups cold water
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Slice mushrooms. In a 10-inch heavy non-stick skillet cook garlic in butter over moderately low heat, stirring, until pale golden. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened. Add mushrooms and soy sauce and sauté mixture over moderately high heat, stirring, until liquid mushrooms give off is evaporated and mushrooms begin to brown.
  • Add wine and vinegar and boil until liquid is evaporated. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to skillet with sugar. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring, and simmer 2 minutes. Stir in parsley and season gravy with salt and pepper. Gravy may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. When reheating gravy, add water if necessary to thin to desired consistency.
  • Serve gravy spooned over baked or mashed potatoes and/or steak or chicken.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of mushrooms. This will give your gravy a more complex flavor. Some good choices include cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms.
  • Sauté the mushrooms properly. This will help them release their flavor and brown slightly. Be sure to cook them over medium heat until they are tender and slightly browned.
  • Use a good quality beef broth. This will give your gravy a richer flavor. If you don't have beef broth on hand, you can use chicken broth or vegetable broth.
  • Season the gravy well. Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good choices. You can also add other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Thicken the gravy if desired. If you want a thicker gravy, you can add a cornstarch slurry. To make a cornstarch slurry, mix equal parts cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Then, whisk the slurry into the gravy and cook until thickened.
  • Serve the gravy immediately. Mushroom gravy is best served fresh. It can be served over mashed potatoes, roasted chicken, or grilled steak.

Conclusion:

Mushroom gravy is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to enhance the flavor of a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to add flavor to your meal, try making mushroom gravy. You won't be disappointed!

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