Mushroom Ragout

Directions

1. 1
   Clean the mushrooms by brushing with a kitchen towel or a brush to remove any loose dirt.
2. 2
   Remove the shitake stems and discard.
3. 3
   Quarter the mushrooms and set aside.
4. 4
   Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
5. 5
   Add the mushrooms to the skillet in a single layer in the pan.
6. 6
   Do not pile the mushrooms on top of one another.
7. 7
   Increase the heat to high and cook mushrooms until brown then turn them over with a spoon or by shaking the pan.
8. 8
   If skillet seems dry add the additional 2 tablespoons butter.
9. 9
   Cook until nicely browned, about 5 minutes.
10. 10
    Add the shallot or onion and garlic and cooked until softened about 3 minutes.
11. 11
    Add the salt, pepper, and thyme.
12. 12
    Add the Madeira wine and scrape up all of the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
13. 13
    Add the heavy cream and bring to a boil.
14. 14
    Cook for about 45 seconds to 1 minute.
15. 15
    Remove from heat and serve.