Decadent Mushroom Au Poivre

Decadent Mushroom Au Poivre

45 mins
medium
4 servings

A gourmet take on the classic Mushroom Au Poivre, featuring a rich, savory sauce and perfectly seared mushrooms.

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Equipment Needed

  • Large bowl
  • Large Skillet
  • Slotted spoon

Ingredients

  • 2.00 lbsMixed Mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, oyster)(Halved or quartered, depending on size)
  • 1.00 tbspOlive Oil(For sautéing)
  • 2.00 tspKosher Salt
  • 2.00 tbspBlack Peppercorns(Coarsely crushed)
  • 5.00 Thyme Sprigs
  • 4.00 Garlic Cloves(Smashed)
  • 8.00 tbspUnsalted Butter(Divided)
  • 1.00 Shallots(Finely chopped)
  • 1.50 cupsCognac/Dry Sherry/Brandy(Or low-sodium vegetable broth)
  • 0.50 cupHeavy Cream
  • 1.00 tbspSoy Sauce
  • 0.50 tspBalsamic Vinegar
  • Freshly Ground Pepper(To taste)
  • Chives(Thinly sliced (optional))

Instructions

1

Crush peppercorns coarsely using a skillet or knife.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

2

Combine mushrooms, olive oil, salt, and peppercorns in a bowl.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

3

Sauté half the mushrooms until softened and liquid evaporates.

Estimated time: 8 minutes

4

Repeat with remaining mushrooms, then set aside.

Estimated time: 8 minutes

5

Sauté thyme, garlic, and butter with mushrooms until browned.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Add shallots and remaining peppercorns to the pan.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Deglaze the pan with cognac/sherry/brandy, reduce, and stir in cream, soy sauce, and vinegar.

Estimated time: 6 minutes

8

Add remaining butter and simmer until thickened.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

9

Season sauce with salt and pepper to taste.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Return mushrooms to the pan, garnish with chives (optional), and serve over mixed greens with bread.

Estimated time: 2 minutes