Mushroom Gravy

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 shallot, finely chopped (⅓ cup)
• 16 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
• ½ tablespoon tamari (or soy sauce)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1½ tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
• ½ tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method

• Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallot and cook until soft, about 4 minutes.
• Add the mushrooms and cook until soft, about 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the tamari, garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and stir for 1 minute.
• Add the broth and simmer until thickened, whisking often, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.