Description
A rich, homemade mushroom gravy recipe made with butter, fresh mushrooms, thyme, and beef stock. Perfect for mashed potatoes, vegetables, and more.
Ingredients
¼ cup butter
1 (16 ounce) package sliced mushrooms
Salt to taste
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 quart beef stock
1 pinch ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch fresh thyme leaves to taste
Instructions
1. Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it foams.
2. Stir in sliced mushrooms and season with salt.
3. Simmer until the liquid evaporates, about 20 minutes.
4. Stir in flour; cook and stir for 5 minutes.
5. Add 1 cup of beef stock while stirring briskly.
6. Pour in the remaining stock and mix thoroughly.
7. Season with black pepper and thyme.
8. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes, stirring often.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute vegetable stock for beef stock.
Use fresh thyme for a more vibrant herbal flavor.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 55 mins
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American