My rich mushroom gravy recipe has a bold, earthy savory flavor that will make you forget all about traditional gravy made from pan drippings! Easy-to-make and freezer-friendly, mushroom gravy goes well with everything from Thanksgiving turkey to mashed potatoes to meatloaf and beyond. For more mushroom goodness, try them dry-sautéed or roasted, too.
What You’ll Need For Mushroom Gravy
- Mushrooms: Wild mushrooms can sometimes be expensive, so I make mushroom gravy with standard cremini mushrooms due to their subtle earthiness and budget-friendliness. White button mushrooms also work well.
- Fat: Olive oil and butter
- Fresh garlic: I love garlic and it’s such a simple-yet-powerful flavor boost here.
- Flour: To make gluten-free mushroom gravy, use a gluten free 1:1 flour instead.
- Stock: Use vegetable stock to make this recipe vegetarian, or use chicken or beef stock for big, rich flavor.
- Thyme: Fresh thyme is my favorite, but if you don’t have it, use ½ teaspoon dried thyme, or substitute with rosemary, sage, or even dried Italian seasoning.
- Soy sauce: Or use gluten-free tamari to make this recipe gluten free.
How To Get Thick Mushroom Gravy
There are multiple ways to thicken mushroom gravy. For homemade mushroom gravy, we opt for making a roux to create that depth of flavor and nuttiness. A roux is when flour and butter combine and cook together and help thicken a sauce or gravy. Other mushroom gravy recipes might call for cornstarch or tapioca, but we prefer a roux for additional flavor.
How To Store + Freeze
Mushroom gravy freezes really well, because it has no cream and mushrooms hold their texture well in the freezer. Simply let it cool and pour it into a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months. Any leftover gravy keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days. Warm it on the stove top over medium-low heat, whisking frequently, until it has warmed through.
How To Serve Mushroom Gravy
There are countless ways to devour this mushroom gravy! My favorite is directly from a spoon! Try it:
- Over mashed potatoes
- On steak
- Or over meatloaf
- I also love it over fries, poutine-style.
- It’s easy to make vegetarian and gluten-free, so mushroom gravy is a perfect addition to any Thanksgiving or holiday table!
How to Make Mushroom Gravy
- Brown the mushrooms. This step is critical for a dark, flavorful gravy. Salt the mushrooms early on to release moisture. When they’re just about done cooking, add extra oil to crisp them up!
- Make the roux! Flour and butter thicken the gravy.
- Pour in stock and all remaining ingredients, including the perfectly browned mushrooms.
- Simmer gently until it thickens.
- Serve!
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