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Porcini Sauce
From Dorothy McNett's Recipe Book at www.dorothymcnett.com.
1 package dried porcini mushrooms
1/2 cup warm water
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 sliced green onions
2 tablespoon flour
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
the strained soaking liquid
cream to make 1 full cup of liquid
1 tablespoon sherry, if desired
Soak the mushrooms in water for at least 30 minutes. Slice them, reserving the liquid. In bowl, combine butter, garlic, and green onions. Microwave on high 1 minute. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper and then the strained soaking liquid and cream. Microwave on high 1 minute. Whisk well. Microwave another 1 minute, or until thickened nicely, adding additional cream or milk if necessary. Add sliced mushrooms and sherry. Taste and correct seasonings, and serve with pasta or with chicken or...
Recipe created 1999-04-22.
