Enhance your meals with the rich and savory flavors of “Savory Perfection: Sautéed Mushrooms and Onions.” This simple yet delicious side dish pairs perfectly with steaks, burgers, chicken, or as a topping for your favorite dishes. With their caramelized goodness and umami-rich taste, these sautéed mushrooms and onions are sure to elevate any meal.

Why You’ll Love Sautéed Mushrooms and Onions:

• Rich and Flavorful: Caramelized onions and mushrooms bring a depth of flavor to any dish.
• Versatile: Perfect as a side dish, topping for meats, or addition to pasta and rice.
• Quick and Easy: Ready in just 20 minutes with minimal ingredients.
• Healthy: Low in calories and packed with nutrients.

Ingredients Notes For Sautéed Mushrooms and Onions:

• Mushrooms: Use cremini, white button, or a mix of your favorite mushrooms, sliced.
• Onions: Yellow or white onions, thinly sliced.
• Butter and Olive Oil: For richness and flavor.
• Garlic: Minced garlic for an aromatic boost.
• Salt and Pepper: To taste.
• Fresh Herbs: Optional, such as thyme or parsley for garnish.

Recipe Steps:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
   • Clean and slice 1 pound of mushrooms.
   • Peel and thinly slice 2 large onions.
   • Mince 2-3 garlic cloves.
2. Heat the Pan:
   • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is hot.
3. Cook the Onions:
   • Add the sliced onions to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and starting to caramelize, about 8-10 minutes.
4. Add the Mushrooms:
   • Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and become tender and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Add the Garlic:
   • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant.
6. Season:
   • Season the mushrooms and onions with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, stir in fresh herbs like thyme or parsley.
7. Serve:
   • Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish or topping for steaks, burgers, chicken, or your favorite dishes.

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Storage Options:

• Refrigerate: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat: Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in the microwave until warmed through.

How to Make Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions

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Ingredients

• 1 pound mushrooms sliced (button, cremini, or a mix)
• 1 large onion thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil or butter
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 cup dry white wine or broth optional
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients:

• Clean the mushrooms with a damp paper towel and slice them.
• Thinly slice the onion and mince the garlic.

Heat the Pan:

• Heat the olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.

Sauté the Onions:

• Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are soft and begin to caramelize.

Add the Mushrooms:

• Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet with the onions. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are browned and have released their moisture.

Add the Garlic and Thyme:

• Stir in the minced garlic and thyme leaves. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

Deglaze the Pan (Optional):

• If using, pour in the white wine or broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the liquid cook off for about 2-3 minutes.

Season:

• Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Finish and Serve:

• Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
• Serve immediately as a side dish or a topping for steaks, burgers, chicken, or other dishes.

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