Mushroom Sauce

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Since this savory sauce uses beef broth, instead of the pan drippings, it can be made ahead. Add arrowroot only when ready to serve. I usually use white mushrooms; I have also used chanterelles.

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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
2 cups

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms

  • ¼ cup butter

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1 tablespoon shallots, minced

  • ½ cup chopped mushrooms

  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme

  • 1 bay leaf

  • ¼ cup red wine

  • 2 cups beef broth

  • 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder

  • salt to taste

  • freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. In a medium saute pan, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms; cook and stir until soft. Remove mushrooms from pan, and set aside.

  2. Add 1 tablespoon butter to pan, and melt . Add shallots; cook and stir until translucent. Add mushrooms, and cook until soft. Add thyme, bay leaf, and red wine. Reduce.

  3. In a small bowl, dissolve arrowroot in 1/4 cup cold beef broth. Stir remaining broth into sauce, and bring to a boil. Whisk in arrowroot mixture, and stir until thick. Add reserved mushrooms. Season to taste with freshly ground black pepper and salt.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

167 Calories
15g Fat
4g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 167
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 9g 47%
Cholesterol 38mg 13%
Sodium 500mg 22%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 3g
Vitamin C 1mg 6%
Calcium 19mg 1%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 237mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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