Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this Best Creamy Mushroom Pasta. A luscious cream sauce envelops perfectly cooked pasta, mingling with earthy mushrooms and savory Parmesan. This Italian-inspired dish is a vegetarian delight that’s sure to satisfy your pasta cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 8 ounces pasta (such as fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small shallot (finely chopped)
- 12 ounces mixed mushrooms (sliced, such as cremini, shiitake, or button)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Additional Parmesan for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- Sauté Aromatics and Mushrooms: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallot and garlic, and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Add the mushrooms and cook until browned and tender.
- Deglaze and Make the Sauce: Pour in the white wine or broth, then add the cream, Parmesan cheese, and thyme. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of wine.
- Add spinach, peas, or grilled chicken for variety.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1¼ cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
