Creamy Mushrooms and Kale Recipe

Name: Creamy Mushrooms and Kale
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds mixed mushrooms, wiped clean (recommended: shiitake, porcini, cremini); 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 3 to 4 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced or finely chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme; 2 tablespoons very thinly sliced fresh sage leaves; 1 bundle black kale, lacinato or dinosaur kale, washed, stripped and shredded or chopped; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Freshly grated nutmeg; About 1/2 cup Marsala wine; About 1/2 to 2/3 cup cream; Freshly grated pecorino cheese

Servings: persons

1 1/4 pounds mixed mushrooms, wiped clean (recommended: shiitake, porcini, cremini)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 to 4 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced or finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons very thinly sliced fresh sage leaves
1 bundle black kale, lacinato or dinosaur kale, washed, stripped and shredded or chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Freshly grated nutmeg
About 1/2 cup Marsala wine
About 1/2 to 2/3 cup cream
Freshly grated pecorino cheese

1
Stem and slice or coarsely chop the mushroom blend.
2
Heat the extra-virgin olive oil, 4 turns of the pan, over medium-high heat.
3
Add the mushrooms to the pan and brown 10 minutes, then add in the garlic, thyme, and sage, stir 2 to 3 minutes, then add the kale and cook until just wilted.
4
Season with salt, pepper, and a few grates of nutmeg.
5
Stir a few minutes more, then add in the Marsala and reduce the liquid by half, another minute or 2.
6
Add the cream to the mushrooms in the pan and reduce heat, let the flavors combine a few minutes and cream thickens.
7
Serve the mushroom dish garnished with a few grates of cheese.

295

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 pounds mixed mushrooms, wiped clean (recommended: shiitake, porcini, cremini), 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 3 to 4 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced or finely chopped, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme, and more.

Yes, Creamy Mushrooms and Kale falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Mushrooms and Kale

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