Creamy Mushroom Pasta
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
- 3 garlic cloves
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley or thyme
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: 747kcalCarbohydrates: 95gProtein: 25gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 59mgSodium: 970mgPotassium: 868mgFiber: 5gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 761IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 222mgIron: 3mg
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