Description
Cognac Creamed Mushrooms transform any meal into a gourmet experience with their rich, creamy texture and robust flavor. This delightful dish features sautéed mushrooms enveloped in a luscious cream sauce, making it an ideal topping for steak or a hearty side for grilled chicken or pasta. With straightforward preparation steps, this recipe is perfect for both novice and experienced cooks. Elevate your dining occasions with this elegant mushroom dish that is sure to impress family and guests alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds mushrooms (wild)
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup fruit juice or broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 New York Strip Steaks
Instructions
- Prepare the steaks by allowing them to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat a sauté pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sauté the mushrooms, stirring for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in thyme leaves and chopped garlic, seasoning well with salt and pepper. Transfer cooked mushrooms to a platter.
- In the same pan off heat, add fruit juice or broth, returning to medium heat to simmer for 2 minutes before adding heavy cream. Cook until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Return mushrooms to the pan and simmer for another 2 minutes until combined.
- Preheat grill to 500°F, sear steaks on both sides for about 2 minutes, then lower heat to finish cooking until desired doneness.
- Serve the warm mushroom sauce over steaks or as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Gourmet
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg