Can Creamy Mushroom Sauce be frozen?

Cream of mushroom soup, cream of celery, cream of chicken: surely you have heard of all of them. They are very useful staples and you can use them for many things. When it comes to creamy mushroom sauce, you have to keep in mind that it is just as versatile as these other products.

Creamy Mushroom Sauce is relatively easy to make, but you can also buy the canned version to keep as a pantry staple.

Whether you make your own creamy mushroom sauce or use the one from a can, you will inevitably end up with leftovers. It seems that there are always food scraps and you have to think about what to do with them so they don’t spoil.

Can the creamy mushroom sauce be frozen or do you just have to throw away the unused sauce? It’s delicious, so you hate wasting even the tiniest bit left over, and each batch goes a long way.

The creamy mushroom sauce has cream in it, so you’re probably wondering if it’s really safe to freeze. The good news is that you can freeze your creamy mushroom sauce and there is nothing wrong with doing so. It’s pretty easy to freeze and it’s also pretty easy to use when you take it out of the freezer. 

We’ve put together a simple guide to walk you through the process of making Creamy Mushroom Sauce, as well as walk you through everything you need to know about freezing the sauce and using it after freezing.

Read on for the information you’re looking for and how to put your creamy mushroom sauce to the best use.

Guide to the creamy mushroom sauce

Creamy Mushroom Sauce has a ton of great uses. It’s a versatile sauce that you can even turn into a soup if you want to switch things up. Using a creamy mushroom sauce can subtly change the flavor of any routine meal.

Here are some examples of things you can do with your creamy mushroom sauce:

• • Use it as a dressing and marinade for steaks
  • Smother Chicken or Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
  • Use the creamy mushroom sauce as a pasta sauce
  • Use the creamy mushroom sauce instead of the sauce on top of the mashed potatoes
  • Add flavor to soups
  • Use it to smother tortillas
  • Prepare beef stroganoff with creamy mushroom sauce
  • Use it to replace the sauce of carne asada

• Use it for a meatball sauce
• Add more ingredients and flavor to your baked potatoes
• Use it with Salisbury steak
• Use as a dip for bread or as a soup in a bread bowl

Have you got the idea yet? There are many things you can do with your creamy mushroom sauce. Don’t let this list stop you from trying other options, this is just a compilation of some popular uses for the sauce.

How to prepare the creamy mushroom sauce

There are probably thousands of recipes available for making creamy mushroom sauce. No recipe is right or wrong. We wanted to give you a common example of how creamy mushroom sauce is made.

Next, we will share a common recipe for creamy mushroom sauce. Keep in mind that this recipe is not set in stone and you can make your creamy mushroom sauce however you like. I’m just giving you an example of how it’s done so you better understand the types of ingredients you’re dealing with when storing and freezing your sauce.

This is our simple recipe to share how you make Creamy Mushroom Sauce in general. 

1. You will need butter, oil, sliced mushrooms, salt and pepper, thyme, garlic, heavy cream, cornmeal or cornstarch mixed with a small amount of milk (to thicken), and chopped parsley. You can also add Parmesan if you like a slightly cheesy sauce.
2. Heat the butter and olive oil together.
3. Sauté the mushrooms in the pan, adding thyme, salt and pepper.
4. Fry the mushrooms until they are golden in color. Add the garlic or garlic cloves and fry some more.
5. Add the cream and cornstarch mixture. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 5-10 minutes.
6. The sauce will thicken during the simmer time and is finished when it reaches the desired thickness and is heated through.
7. Add more seasonings if necessary, as well as the parsley.

This process takes less than 30 minutes if you include the time to cut the mushrooms . It can really be made in no time at all and is a terrific addition to almost any meal you use it with.

While the sauce is simmering, you can prepare other parts of the meal, saving time in the process. Multitasking always makes things easier.

Freeze Creamy Mushroom Sauce

The hard part is over and you’ve probably put your sauce to use. Maybe you made more than you needed for your recipe or maybe you made bulk amounts on purpose. Whatever the reason, you need to properly store your mushroom sauce for future use.

Freezing your creamy mushroom sauce is really quite simple. There are no complicated steps to follow and you don’t have to worry about the cream. It will freeze with no problem. There are a few things that can prepare you for use after freezing, which we’ll get to shortly.

Here are the steps for storing the creamy mushroom sauce:

1. You can store the creamy mushroom sauce in the fridge for up to 5 days. To do this, you just have to put it in an airtight container and place it in the fridge.
2. Let the sauce cool to room temperature.
3. To freeze, spoon the sauce into a freezer bag or an airtight freezer-safe container. Make sure it’s sealed well, regardless of which method you use.
4. Seal, label, and date the freezer container.
5. Put it in the freezer.
6. Your sauce will keep well in the freezer for about 6 months.

This is what happens. This is a cream based sauce so how does it handle when it comes out of the freezer?

Tips for Using Creamy Mushroom Sauce After Freezing

The first thing you will have to do is let the sauce thaw completely or take it directly from the freezer to a casserole and reheat it on the stove. If you are going to let the sauce thaw, put it in the fridge overnight or at least 6 hours.

If the sauce splits

Cream-based sauce is prone to splitting, however, you’ll notice our recipe called for cornmeal or cornstarch. This is the best way to keep your sauce from splitting. With the use of these products, you shouldn’t have to worry about your sauce splitting.

However, if your sauce splits, adding a few tablespoons of water to the mixture will help bring the sauce back to its normal texture and consistency. 

The possibility of your sauce splitting is the main risk you should be concerned about when freezing sauce. However, we are sure that if you pay attention to the tips provided in this article, we are sure that your sauce will turn out delicious.

Related questions

We hope you find this guide useful for your cream of mushroom soup and freezing possibilities. Your options are endless and freezing is really a viable option (just remember cornstarch or flour!).

We encourage you to take a look at the questions and answers section for additional information that you may find useful.

Can I make a creamy mushroom sauce with canned mushrooms?

Many will tell you that the best is always fresh, and it may be so, but we believe in the fundamentals of saving time and using resources whenever possible. You may decide that you prefer fresh mushrooms in this sauce for the flavor they add.

However, you can use canned mushrooms if you prefer and your sauce should turn out pretty similar.  You can also follow the same freezing steps. Be sure to drain and rinse the canned mushrooms before cooking with them.

Can I use Creamy Mushroom Sauce instead of Cream of Mushroom?

The consistency of cream of mushroom soup is usually a little thicker than that of creamy mushroom sauce. Creamy Mushroom Sauce can be used as a substitute, but keep in mind that it won’t be as thick or creamy and you may have to find ways to thicken it to work effectively and not be too runny for some dishes.

Can creamy mushroom sauce be made with wine?

The creamy mushroom sauce has a multitude of recipes that can be used. Each recipe has its own twist or ingredient. You can use wine (preferably a dry wine) in your creamy mushroom sauce and it will work great.

Just remember to add cornmeal or cornstarch so your sauce will still freeze well.