Description
Indulge in the velvety goodness of creamy mushroom pasta, a delightful dish that perfectly balances rich flavors with a satisfying texture. This easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties, taking just 30 minutes to prepare. With fresh cremini mushrooms, garlic, and cream creating a delectable sauce, this vegetarian meal is both comforting and gourmet. Serve it as a main dish or pair it with your favorite protein for added variety. Customize it with vegetables or herbs to make it your own, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine or linguine
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (sliced thin)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (chopped, to taste)
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter with olive oil. Sauté sliced mushrooms and minced garlic for about 5 minutes until mushrooms release their moisture.
- Remove mushrooms from the skillet and add white wine, Italian seasoning, flour, and Dijon mustard. Stir to form a smooth paste.
- Gradually stir in heavy cream and let simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened. Return sautéed mushrooms to the skillet; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss cooked pasta with the creamy sauce, adding chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 115mg