Mixed Mushroom Marinara

This easy classic  mixed mushroom sauce is make with three different mushrooms for a thick, rich  vegetarian marinara full of robust earthy flavors. It’s so easy and versatile you’ll want to make it often.

In this mixed mushroom marinara I used three different types of mushrooms  crimini, white button and portabellas. You can use any combination of mushrooms you like, that’s the beauty of this recipe. not only can you customize this recipe to your liking, You can freeze it for ready made meals when you need dinner quick. You can even add ground chicken, beef, or turkey for a hearty meat sauce,

I severed this mixed mushroom marinara  over air fried polenta rounds, it’s just as good over pasta, and delicious over toast sprinkled with parmesan and  Italian herbs.

This recipe is simple in nature, uses few ingredients and produces intense flavors It’s sure to become your go to sauce when you want Italian, but you also need quick and easy.

While sometimes it’s nice to showcase your chef abilities with fancy, perfectly plated creations most of the time simple is the way I cook.

Cleaning The Mushrooms

This Mixed mushroom marinara is full of delicious earthy flavors and because mushrooms grow close to the earth they can be full of dirt too!!

Mushrooms are like sponges. If you soak them in water they become waterlogged and won’t brown nicely. Instead clean mushrooms with a damp paper towel.

If your using sliced mushrooms, most are pre cleaned. If you see dirt give them a quick rinse in a colander just before cooking patting them dry with dry paper towels.

If your using whole portabellas , follow the process above, then remove the stem which can be saved and frozen to use in stuffed mushrooms, and with a spoon scoop out the gills and slice.

It’s helpful to remember mushrooms need a shower not a bath, if they are still dirty after wiping with a damp paper towel, give them a quick rinse.

If you make this recipe please leave me comment and don’t forget to tag me on Instagram that’s my favorite part!!!