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Skillet Creamy Cajun Beef and Mushroom Sauce
Tender seared beef fillet and earthy mushrooms anchor this rich, savory skillet sauce. A bold Cajun spice blend and a double dose of thyme bring deep flavor to the creamy Parmesan base. You'll want to spoon this velvety mixture over thick ribbons of pasta or creamy mashed potatoes. It's a comforting, hearty dish that transforms basic sides into a memorable meal.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Stovetop
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp (28 g) butter
- 5 to 8 slices beef fillet (10 to 14 oz [280 to 392 g] total)
- 1 tbsp (8 g) all-purpose flour
- 1¾ cups (120 g) sliced mushrooms
- 2 tbsp (4 g) fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp (3 g) dried thyme 1½ tsp (3 g) dried oregano
- 2 tsp (4 g) Cajun spice blend
- ¾ cup (180 ml) Gut-Energizing Chicken Broth
- ¼ cup (60 ml) cream
- ½ cup (45 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt
Instructions
- 1Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. You want the pan hot enough to properly sear the meat.
- 2Add the beef slices once the butter begins to sizzle. Sear the meat until golden brown with dark edges, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes per side.
- 3Transfer the seared beef to a plate and set it aside. Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the flour evenly into the skillet.
- 4Stir until the flour is fully absorbed, then mix in the sliced mushrooms, fresh thyme, dried thyme, oregano, and Cajun spice blend. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes until the herbs become highly fragrant.
- 5Pour in the chicken broth and increase the heat to medium. Allow the liquid to thicken for about 5 minutes, then stir in the cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and the reserved beef.
- 6Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce gently for 10 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper right before serving.
Notes
- Serving: Spoon this rich sauce over wide egg noodles, pappardelle, or creamy mashed potatoes.
- Storage: Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Reheat: Warm gently on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of broth if the sauce has thickened too much in the fridge.
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