Ingredients and Weight:
- 200g fresh white mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
- 100g cream cheese
- 50ml white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 1 sprig fresh thyme, leaves only
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped shallots and cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cleaned and sliced mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine and let it reduce by half.
- Add the chicken broth and let it come to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and add the cream cheese, stirring until fully melted and incorporated.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and add the fresh thyme leaves.
- Simmer for 5 more minutes, then remove from heat and serve.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving: based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- This creamy mushroom sauce is rich, flavorful, and perfect for pairing with meat dishes or vegetables.
- The sauce is smooth and velvety, with a slight tang from the white wine and a rich cream cheese base.
- It's easy to customize with different herbs and spices to suit different tastes.
User Comments:
- "This sauce was amazing! The combination of cream cheese and white wine was unexpected but really worked." - John Doe
- "I made this for my family and they loved it. It was so creamy and flavorful." - Jane Smith
- "I added some chopped walnuts for a crunchy texture, it was delicious!" - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to clean the mushrooms thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the best flavor and texture in the sauce.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
- This sauce can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
