Creamy Mushroom Pasta
This elegant mushroom pasta recipe features tender pasta coated in a rich, creamy sauce with savory mushrooms and Parmesan. It's a simple, delicious dish perfect as a main or side!
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta uncooked
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 1.5 cups half and half
- 1 cups water
- 1/2 tsp Italiano seasoning
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp chicken bouillon/broth base
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
Instructions
- Begin by cooking your 8 ounces of pasta according to the package instructions. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, add the pasta, and cook until al dente (firm to the bite). Once cooked, drain the pasta thoroughly and set it aside while you prepare the sauce.
- While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan or deep skillet over medium heat. Once the butter is melted and shimmering, add the 1 cup of sliced mushrooms and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic. Sauté, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes. Cook until the mushrooms begin to brown beautifully and the garlic becomes fragrant, releasing its aromatic essence into the oil.
- Continue cooking until the mushrooms have a nice golden color, ensuring that deep, earthy flavor.
- Add the remaining ingredients for the sauce: 1.5 cups of half and half, 1 cup of water, 1/2 teaspoon of Italiano seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of chicken bouillon or broth base. Stir everything together well, ensuring the bouillon dissolves completely into the liquid. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, and allow it to cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Once the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the drained, cooked pasta directly into the sauce. Toss the pasta well, ensuring every strand is thoroughly coated in the rich, creamy mushroom sauce. This step combines all the flavors and textures into one cohesive, comforting dish.
- Stir in the 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Stir vigorously until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated, creating an even creamier and richer texture. Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Please note that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe
Nutrition
Calories: 505kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 15gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 625mgPotassium: 361mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 610IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 233mgIron: 1mg
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