Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Mushrooms is a rich and flavorful side dish featuring tender sautéed mushrooms in a luscious garlic butter sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a quick, savory addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt the butter: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat until fully melted and slightly sizzling, preparing the base for sautéing.
- Sauté the garlic: Add 3 cloves of minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly to release the aromatic flavors without allowing the garlic to brown.
- Cook the mushrooms: Add 10 ounces of sliced cremini or button mushrooms to the skillet; cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender and have developed a golden-brown color.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and seasoning: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, cooking for an additional 1 to 2 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Simmer with cream: Pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream and allow the mixture to reach a gentle simmer, which helps the flavors meld and the sauce to begin thickening.
- Incorporate Parmesan cheese: Stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted completely, resulting in a creamy, slightly thickened sauce.
- Add spinach: Mix in 1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh spinach and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the spinach wilts and integrates into the sauce.
- Season to taste: Add salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference to elevate and balance the flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat, garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use cremini mushrooms for a deeper flavor or button mushrooms for a milder taste.
- Sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil will create a richer sauce; drain dry-packed tomatoes before chopping.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, but expect a slightly thinner sauce.
- Serve as a side dish with grilled meats, over toasted bread, or tossed with pasta for a complete meal.
- To make this dish vegetarian, ensure the Parmesan cheese used is free from animal rennet.
