Creamy Mushroom Pasta Recipe
Looking for an easy creamy mushroom pasta recipe? This creamy mushroom dish can be made vegan or without cream for a lighter option.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound mushrooms
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley or thyme
- 20 g butter
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Start by boiling your pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining in case you need it to adjust the sauce later.
- Add Onions: Toss onions & chopped garlic. Cook them until they get golden.
- Sauté the Mushrooms: Add mushrooms and cook for 8-10 minutes until they’re golden and have released their moisture.
- Make It Creamy: Lower the heat and put heavy cream along with milk for a creamy texture. Let the sauce simmer gently until it thickens, for about 3-4 minutes. If it gets too thick, use the saved pasta water to thin it out to your liking.
- Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the pan and roll the sauce and pasta, such that sauce evenly coats the pasta. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Top it off with extra crispy butter mushrooms and garnish with parsley or thyme, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Don’t Rush the Mushrooms: Make sure to give the mushrooms enough time to brown properly. This caramelization is where much of the flavor comes from.
- Save That Pasta Water: The starchy water is perfect for adjusting the consistency of your sauce, so don’t forget to reserve some before draining the pasta.
- Season well: Taste and season your sauce throughout the process to make sure it’s balanced and flavorful.
Nutrition
Calories: 790kcalCarbohydrates: 94gProtein: 25gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 1013mgPotassium: 857mgFiber: 5gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 928IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 218mgIron: 2mg
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