# Garlic Butter Mushrooms

> Rich, savory mushrooms cooked in butter with aromatic garlic. A perfect low-carb side dish that's restaurant-quality but ready in minutes.

**Prep time:** 3 mins
**Cook time:** 7 mins
**Total time:** 10 mins
**Servings:** 1
**Calories:** ~60 cals/serving
**Net carbs:** 2g net carbs/serving

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## About The Recipe

These garlic butter mushrooms are incredibly flavorful and come together in just 10 minutes. The combination of butter, garlic, and mushrooms creates a savory side dish that pairs perfectly with steak or other grilled meats. Perfect for keto and low-carb meal plans.

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## Ingredients

- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (any variety - button, cremini, or baby bella work well)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon minced garlic from jar)
- Salt and pepper to taste

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## Shopping List

### Produce
- [ ] 1 cup mushrooms (any variety)
- [ ] 1 clove fresh garlic (or use jarred minced garlic)

### Dairy
- [ ] 1 tablespoon butter

### Spices
- [ ] Salt (to taste)
- [ ] Pepper (to taste)

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## Instructions

1. **Melt the butter.** In a pan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter.

2. **Add garlic.** Add the minced garlic clove to the pan and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

3. **Cook mushrooms.** Add 1 cup of sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook until they're golden brown, about 5-6 minutes. The mushrooms will release moisture as they cook.

4. **Season.** Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. **Serve.** Continue cooking until the mushrooms are tender and any excess liquid has evaporated. Serve hot.

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## Nutrition Information

**Per Serving:**
- Calories: ~60 cals
- Net Carbs: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 0g (from mushrooms; additional fat from butter not included in vegetable macros)

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## Notes

- Don't overcrowd the pan - mushrooms need space to brown properly
- If mushrooms release too much liquid, increase heat slightly to evaporate
- For extra flavor, add fresh thyme or parsley at the end
- Can be made ahead and reheated gently
- These mushrooms are excellent on top of steaks or alongside grilled chicken
- Use high-quality butter for best flavor