Garlic Butter Mushrooms Delight (Printable View)

Sautéed mushrooms in garlic butter offer a rich and tasty accompaniment, ideal for easy entertaining.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb cremini or button mushrooms, cleaned and halved
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)

→ Aromatics & Fats

03 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 5 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings

06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)

→ Finish

09 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

# How to Prepare:

01 - Warm olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
02 - Add mushrooms in a single layer and cook 5 to 7 minutes without stirring frequently until golden brown.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and dried thyme if using; cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
04 - Season with salt and black pepper, then add remaining 1 tablespoon butter and lemon juice; stir to coat mushrooms evenly.
05 - Remove from heat, stir in chopped parsley, adjust seasoning if necessary, transfer to serving dish, and garnish with extra parsley.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • This recipe turns simple mushrooms into a buttery, garlicky masterpiece that's like sharing a cozy secret with a friend
  • It became a favorite because it’s quick, requires minimal ingredients, and never fails to impress guests
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  • Don’t overcrowd the pan or the mushrooms will steam instead of brown; that golden crust is everything
  • Adding lemon juice near the end brightens the dish and keeps the butter sauce from feeling too heavy
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  • Pat the mushrooms dry before cooking to ensure they brown nicely instead of steaming
  • Finishing with fresh parsley adds a killer freshness that brightens every bite