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Red Wine Mushroom Sauce

A rich and savory sauce made with mushrooms, garlic, and red wine, perfect for enhancing any steak dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons butter Unsalted is preferred
  • 16 oz mushrooms, sliced Cremini or button mushrooms work well
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine
  • 5-6 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch For thickening the sauce
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes until their juices start to release.
  3. Stir in the chopped garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in the dry red wine and add the thyme. Stir to deglaze the pan.
  5. Bring the mixture to a low simmer and let it cook for 5-10 minutes until the wine reduces.
  6. Mix the cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of cold water to create a slurry. Gradually stir it into the sauce until it thickens to your desired consistency.
  7. Taste the sauce and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately over your favorite steak and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Choose fresh mushrooms for the best flavor. Don't rush the cooking process; allowing the wine to simmer helps develop deeper flavors. You can add shallots or herbs like rosemary for different flavor profiles. For a creamier sauce, stir in a splash of heavy cream at the end of cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.