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Mushroom Gravy

Mushroom Gravy delivers a silky, savory sauce with tender sautéed button mushrooms and shallot enriched by beef broth and a touch of half-and-half. It’s balanced, peppery, and deeply umami—perfect for ladling over mashed potatoes, roasted meats, or holiday sides when you want comforting richness without heaviness.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook10 mins
  • Serves16
  • DifficultyEasy
Mushroom Gravy
  1. 1

    Melt the butter in a heavy 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and the shallot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they soften, about 6 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons of flour; cook until it is incorporated, about 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Add the beef broth; cook, stirring frequently, until it slightly thickens, about 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in the half-and-half, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 30 seconds more.