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Jessica

Creamy Mushroom Pasta: Indulge in This Easy Recipe!

A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring sautéed mushrooms and a luscious sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 16 ounces mushrooms sliced (such as cremini or button)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the fettuccine or spaghetti according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are browned and have released their moisture.
  4. Stir in the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute to combine the flavors.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy mushroom sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
  • Add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein and flavor.

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