Creamy Mushroom Pasta
A rich and cozy creamy mushroom pasta made with garlic, butter, and Parmesan. Perfect for a romantic dinner or a comforting homemade meal.
Equipment
- large skillet
- pot
- knife and cutting board
- tongs
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine, tagliatelle, or linguine)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 oz cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme or fresh parsley (optional)
- reserved pasta water
- lemon juice or chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, reserving some pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add mushrooms and cook undisturbed for a few minutes until browned, then stir and cook until tender.
- Season with salt, pepper, and thyme, then deglaze with a splash of broth if desired.
- Lower heat and pour in heavy cream, letting it simmer gently until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water, tossing to coat evenly.
- Finish with lemon juice or chili flakes if desired and garnish with herbs.
- Serve immediately while creamy and hot.
Notes
Brown mushrooms well for deep flavor. Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smooth sauce. Add pasta water to adjust consistency. Finish with lemon juice for balance.
Nutrition
Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg