Description
Red Wine Mushroom Sauce is a sumptuous blend of earthy mushrooms and rich red wine, elevating any dish from ordinary to extraordinary. With its aromatic allure and gourmet appeal, this versatile sauce is perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests. Whether drizzled over steak, pasta, or vegetables, it brings a touch of sophistication to every meal while being easy enough for novice cooks to master.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (cremini and shiitake), sliced
- 1 cup dry red wine (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the mushrooms and cook until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.
- Pour in the red wine and scrape up browned bits; let simmer for a few minutes.
- Add beef broth and thyme; simmer for 15 minutes until thickened.
- Finish with another tablespoon of butter and season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 12mg