Creamy garlic mushrooms with bacon are a savory and flavorful dish. Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Creamy Garlic Mushrooms with Bacon
Ingredients:
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced (such as cremini or button mushrooms)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until it becomes crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease. Leave about 1-2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet.
- Add the butter to the skillet with the bacon fat and melt it over medium heat.
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté them until they’re golden brown and tender, stirring occasionally. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine with the mushrooms and garlic. Let the mixture simmer gently for a few minutes to reduce and thicken slightly.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts into the cream, creating a creamy sauce.
- Season the creamy mushroom sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the cooked bacon to the skillet, reserving some for garnish if desired. Stir it into the creamy mushroom mixture, allowing the flavors to meld for a minute or two.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional bacon if desired before serving.
Serve these creamy garlic mushrooms with bacon as a side dish or over pasta, rice, or toasted bread for a satisfying meal rich in flavors!