Creamy Marasmius Oreades Mushroom Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp flour
• ½ cup water or milk
• 1 pint Marasmius oreades mushrooms
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Buttered toast or meat for serving

Method

1. 1 If mushrooms are dry, soak them in water briefly, then drain.
2. 2 Melt 1 tbsp butter in a saucepan and bubble gently.
3. 3 Add 1 tsp flour and cook for a few minutes without browning.
4. 4 Stir in ½ cup water (for meat) or milk (for toast) until smooth.
5. 5 Add the mushrooms and simmer for 15 minutes.
6. 6 Season with salt and pepper, then pour over toast or meat.