Wine-Soaked Mushrooms

Wine-soaked mushrooms are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish, appetizer, or even as a topping for grilled meats and pasta. This flavorful dish combines the earthy and meaty texture of mushrooms with the rich and complex flavors of wine, creating a truly mouthwatering experience for the taste buds.

Wine-Soaked Mushrooms
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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

1 hr 50 mins

Total Time:

2 hrs

Servings:

4

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, sliced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 pound button mushrooms, sliced
1 (750 milliliter) bottle red wine
1 (14.5 ounce) can beef broth
1 tablespoon white sugar
salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1

Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onions in hot butter-oil mixture until translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and thyme; cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid from mushrooms is evaporated, about 8 minutes.

Step 2

Pour in wine and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and stir in sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is almost entirely evaporated, about 1 1/2 hours. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

285

Calories

7g

Fat

19g

Carbs

4g

Protein

Complement

The key to making wine-soaked mushrooms is to use a variety of mushrooms, such as cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms, to add depth and variety to the dish. The mushrooms are then marinated in a mixture of red or white wine, garlic, herbs, and spices, allowing them to absorb the flavors and aromas of the marinade. Once marinated, the mushrooms can be sautéed, grilled, or roasted to bring out their natural sweetness and enhance the richness of the wine. Whether served as a simple and elegant side dish or as a flavorful topping for a hearty main course, wine-soaked mushrooms are sure to be a hit at any gathering.