Description
Mushroom Leek Gravy with Shallots is a rich, flavorful sauce that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting dish perfect for any occasion. This velvety gravy, infused with earthy mushrooms, sweet leeks, and aromatic shallots, elevates mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables to gourmet status. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family meal, this recipe will impress and satisfy your guests with its delightful taste and creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 2 medium leeks, cleaned and sliced
- 2 shallots, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or plant-based alternative)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the shallots and leeks; sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in the mushrooms; cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add the garlic and thyme; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, scraping up any bits from the pan. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg