Mushroom Pasta for Mushroom Lovers
Mushroom pasta is a comforting dish packed with rich, earthy flavors and creamy texture that mushroom lovers will adore. This recipe features tender fettuccine coated in a luscious sauce made from sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and heavy cream, topped with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions, this simple yet impressive meal is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups mixed mushrooms (button and cremini)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of cooking water.
- Sauté the mushrooms: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and minced garlic. Cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Create the sauce: Lower the heat and add heavy cream to the skillet with mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper; simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet along with reserved cooking water as needed. Toss until well coated in sauce.
- Add cheese and herbs: Stir in grated Parmesan and chopped parsley, mixing thoroughly.
- Serve: Plate generous portions and top with additional cheese or herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg