Description
Mushroom pasta is a comforting dish that combines tender pasta with a creamy sauce and sautéed mushrooms, creating an irresistible meal perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-follow recipe elevates simple ingredients into a flavorful experience that will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 cups cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook pasta until al dente; drain.
- Sauté the Mushrooms: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add Garlic and Cream: Stir in minced garlic for about 1 minute before adding heavy cream. Mix well until combined.
- Combine Pasta with Sauce: Toss cooked pasta into the mushroom sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Finish with Cheese and Parsley: Stir in Parmesan until melted. Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg