Creamy Mushroom Pasta is a delicious and comforting dish that combines pasta with a rich, flavorful mushroom sauce. This recipe serves 4 people.

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz (340g) pasta (such as fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil or butter
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 16 oz (450g) mushrooms, sliced (cremini, button, or a mix of your favorite varieties)
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: chopped fresh parsley or thyme, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet or pan, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
  4. Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet, and cook until they release their moisture and become tender, about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
  5. Pour the heavy cream and chicken or vegetable broth into the skillet with the mushrooms. Stir to combine, and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  6. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes, or until it begins to thicken. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to thin it out.
  7. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy mushroom sauce.
  9. Serve the Creamy Mushroom Pasta immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or thyme if desired. Enjoy!