Description
Cowboy Mushrooms are a savory and flavorful side dish featuring tender sautéed mushrooms cooked in rich, herb-infused cowboy butter. This quick and easy recipe highlights fresh herbs, garlic, and a touch of paprika for a delightful twist on a classic mushroom sauté, perfect for enhancing any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms
- 16 oz white button mushrooms, sliced (or cremini/baby bella mushrooms)
Cowboy Butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the mushrooms: Clean the mushrooms thoroughly to remove any dirt, then slice them evenly into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Melt the cowboy butter: In a large pan, melt the prepared cowboy butter over medium heat, allowing the herbs and spices to infuse the butter with flavor.
- Sauté the mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook them, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until they become tender and develop a golden brown color.
- Coat mushrooms evenly: Stir the mushrooms frequently to ensure they are evenly coated with the flavorful cowboy butter throughout the cooking process.
- Season and adjust: Taste the mushrooms and add additional salt if necessary, keeping in mind that the cowboy butter is already seasoned.
- Serve: Once the mushrooms are cooked thoroughly and infused with rich flavor, remove the pan from heat and serve the mushrooms warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- Use cremini or baby bella mushrooms as alternatives for a deeper, earthier flavor.
- Cowboy butter can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for quick use.
- For a spicy kick, add extra crushed red pepper flakes to taste.
- Ensure mushrooms are sliced evenly to promote uniform cooking and browning.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or as a hearty topping for toasted bread or steaks.
