sauce

Mushroom Gravy

This rich, earthy Mushroom Gravy brings deep savory flavor and velvety comfort to any dish. Tender browned mushrooms, sautéed onions, garlic, thyme, and a touch of optional soy sauce build a layered umami profile while flour and broth create a silky, spoon-coating texture. Whether poured over mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, chicken, pork, or meatloaf, this homemade gravy turns simple meals into warm and elegant comfort food — a true RizzieFarms classic.

Servings: About 2 cups gravy
Total Time: 25 min
Pan: Medium saucepan

Ingredients

Mushroom Gravy Base
  • 2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (or beef or chicken broth for richer flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional, for extra umami)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Rich mushroom gravy in a saucepan with sliced mushrooms.

Instructions

  1. Sauté onion and garlic In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add 1 finely chopped small onion and cook 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook 1 minute more.
  2. Cook the mushrooms Add 8 ounces sliced mushrooms to the pan. Cook 5–7 minutes until they release their liquid and turn golden brown.
  3. Add the flour Sprinkle 2 tablespoons flour over the mushrooms and stir well to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
  4. Add the broth and seasonings Slowly pour in 2 cups vegetable broth while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Add 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional), 1/2 teaspoon thyme or rosemary, and salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Simmer until thickened Bring the gravy to a gentle simmer and cook 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened to your desired consistency. Add more broth as needed.
  6. Serve Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm over mashed potatoes, vegetables, chicken, pork, or beef.

Notes

  • Using a mix of mushroom varieties adds extra depth.
  • Beef broth creates the richest, darkest gravy.
  • Soy sauce enhances umami without making the gravy taste Asian.
  • If gravy becomes too thick, thin with a splash of broth.

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