Description
A creamy and delicious pasta dish made with mushrooms, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (such as cremini or button)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta 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.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are browned and have released their moisture.
- Stir in the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute to combine the flavors.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy mushroom sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken or shrimp to the pasta before serving.
- Substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream for a lighter version, or use a dairy-free cream alternative for a vegan option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg