Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Mushrooms is a rich, savory skillet dish featuring tender cremini mushrooms sautéed in buttery garlic, simmered in a luscious cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, spinach, and Italian seasoning. Perfect as a decadent side or a comforting vegetarian main, this recipe comes together quickly in just 20 minutes.
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
- Heat butter: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat carefully to create the base flavor for the dish.
- Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, making sure not to brown it to maintain a delicate garlic flavor.
- Cook mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are tender and golden brown for a rich umami taste.
- Add tomatoes and seasoning: Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Simmer cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to start forming a creamy sauce.
- Incorporate cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted completely and the sauce thickens slightly, enhancing the dish’s richness.
- Add spinach: Mix in the chopped spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted, adding fresh color and nutrients.
- Season: Adjust the flavor by seasoning with salt and pepper to taste, balancing the savory and creamy elements.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately while warm and flavorful.
Notes
- Use cremini mushrooms for a richer flavor, but button mushrooms work well too.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a plant-based cream alternative.
- Sun-dried tomatoes can be soaked in warm water if very dry before chopping for softer texture.
- Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish, or enjoy as a vegetarian main with crusty bread or pasta.
- To make the dish gluten-free, ensure Parmesan cheese is certified gluten-free, and avoid any seasoning blends with gluten additives.
