Description
A savory gravy featuring mushrooms, leeks, and shallots.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large shallot, minced
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup sliced leeks, white and light green parts only
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add minced shallot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add sliced mushrooms and leeks. Cook until vegetables are tender and moisture has evaporated, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in vegetable broth until smooth.
- Stir in dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
Notes
- Rinse leeks thoroughly to remove any trapped dirt before slicing.
- For a richer flavor, substitute vegetable broth with beef or chicken broth.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 10
Keywords: mushroom gravy, leek gravy, shallot gravy, vegetarian gravy, savory sauce