This Easy Mushroom Stew<\/strong> is a simple, comforting dish made with plenty of mushrooms, onions, garlic, and paprika in a thick, savory sauce. The mushrooms are cooked until their natural juices evaporate, then simmered with vegetable stock and finished with a little milk and cornstarch to create a smooth, flavorful sauce.<\/p>\n It\u2019s an easy stovetop meal that comes together with everyday ingredients and makes a great vegetarian lunch or dinner<\/strong>. Serve it with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dish for a simple homemade meal.<\/p>\n Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until softened. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.<\/p>\n Add the sliced mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they release their liquid and most of it has evaporated. This step is important because it concentrates the mushroom flavor and keeps the stew from becoming watery.<\/p>\n Stir in the paprika and cook for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Pour in the vegetable stock and add the black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for several minutes.<\/p>\n Whisk the cornstarch and milk together in a small bowl until smooth. Slowly pour the mixture into the simmering mushrooms, stirring constantly. Cook for a few minutes, until the sauce thickens.<\/p>\n Stir in the fresh parsley and taste. Add salt if needed. Serve warm with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, rice, polenta <\/strong>or another favorite side.<\/p>\n Cook the mushrooms well before adding the stock.<\/strong> Mushrooms release quite a bit of water as they cook, so let that liquid evaporate before adding the paprika and stock. This gives the stew a deeper mushroom flavor.<\/p>\n Mix the cornstarch with cold milk.<\/strong> Whisking the cornstarch into the milk before adding it to the hot stew helps prevent lumps.<\/p>\n Adjust the thickness.<\/strong> The stew will continue to thicken slightly as it cools. If it becomes too thick, simply stir in a little extra warm stock.<\/p>\n Choose your favorite mushrooms.<\/strong> White button mushrooms and cremini mushrooms work well, but you can also use a mixture of mushrooms for more texture and flavor.<\/p>\n This mushroom stew is delicious with something simple to soak up the sauce. Try it with:<\/p>\n I hope you will try it out and enjoy this comforting and flavorful mushroom stew. If you do make sure to share the photos with me on\u00a0Instagram<\/a><\/strong>. Would love to see how it turned out for you. Enjoy!<\/p>\n Yes. Button, cremini, portobello, or a mixture of mushrooms can all work well. If using larger mushrooms, slice them into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly.<\/p>\n Yes. The stew can be made ahead and refrigerated. Reheat it gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of vegetable stock if the sauce has become too thick.<\/p>\n You can freeze it, although the texture of the sauce may change slightly after thawing because of the cornstarch and milk. For the best texture, I recommend enjoying it fresh or storing it in the refrigerator for a few days.<\/p>\n Simply add a little more vegetable stock until it reaches the consistency you like.<\/p>\n Yes. Replace the milk with an unsweetened dairy-free milk or use a little extra vegetable stock. <\/p>\n If you love cooking with mushrooms, here are a few more recipes you may like to try:<\/p>\n Creamy Mushroom Pasta<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 A quick and comforting pasta with golden mushrooms, garlic, cream, and Parmesan.<\/p>\n Mushroom Risotto<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 A creamy Italian-style risotto made with mushrooms, Arborio rice, vegetable stock, Parmesan, and fresh parsley.<\/p>\n Mushroom Empanadas<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Baked empanadas filled with mushrooms, vegetables, and cheese.<\/p>\n Saut\u00e9ed Mushrooms with Caramelized Onion<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 A quick mushroom side dish with onions, garlic, white wine, and fresh parsley.<\/p>\n Mushroom Puff Pastry Hand Pies<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Flaky puff pastry filled with a savory mushroom mixture, perfect for a quick lunch, appetizer, or snack.<\/p>\n Mushroom Egg Galette<\/strong> <\/a>\u2013 A rustic savory galette filled with mushrooms and eggs, baked in a flaky pastry crust.<\/p>\n And if you want even more ideas, take a look at my 10 Easy Mushroom Recipes for Everyday Cooking<\/strong><\/a> collection for simple ways to cook with mushrooms.<\/p>\n YOU MAY ALSO LIKE:Why You\u2019ll Love This Mushroom Stew<\/h2>\n
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Ingredients<\/h2>\n
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How to Make Mushroom Stew<\/h2>\n
1. Saut\u00e9 the onions and garlic<\/h3>\n
2. Cook the mushrooms<\/h3>\n
3. Add the paprika and stock<\/h3>\n
4. Thicken the stew<\/h3>\n
5. Finish and serve<\/h3>\n
Tips for Making Mushroom Stew<\/h2>\n
What to Serve with Mushroom Stew<\/h2>\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n
Can I use different types of mushrooms?<\/h3>\n
Can I make this mushroom stew ahead of time?<\/h3>\n
Can I freeze mushroom stew?<\/h3>\n
How can I make the stew thinner?<\/h3>\n
Can I make it dairy-free?<\/h3>\n
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