Mushroom Pasta
This creamy mushroom orecchiette pasta recipe is a delightful combination of tender orecchiette pasta and a luscious creamy mushroom sauce. It's a comforting and flavorful dish that's perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
- 150 grams orecchiette pasta you can substitute with spaghetti, tagliatelle, or fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 200 grams mushrooms sliced
- 3 3 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste
- ¾ cup heavy cream or double cream
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken stock
- ½ cup white wine
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
Optional: additional Parmesan for serving, fresh black pepper for serving
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- fresh thyme for garnish
- additional Parmesan for serving
- fresh black pepper for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the orecchiette pasta in a large pot of generously salted boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.150 grams orecchiette pasta
- Sauté the Mushrooms: In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 small onion
- Add Mushrooms and Garlic: Add the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the mushrooms are tender and have released their moisture, about 5-7 minutes.200 grams mushrooms, 3 3 garlic cloves
- Season and Deglaze: Season the mushroom mixture with salt and black pepper. Pour in the white wine and stir, allowing it to cook down and reduce by half.½ teaspoon salt and black pepper, ½ cup white wine
- Add Cream and Chicken Stock: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken stock. Stir to combine, and let the mixture simmer for a few minutes to thicken.¾ cup heavy cream or double cream, ½ cup low-sodium chicken stock
- Stir in Parmesan: Add the finely grated Parmesan cheese and stir until it's melted into the sauce, creating a creamy consistency.½ cup Parmesan cheese
- Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked orecchiette pasta to the skillet. Toss and stir to coat the pasta with the creamy mushroom sauce. Cook for a few more minutes until everything is heated through.150 grams orecchiette pasta
- Optional Garnish: If desired, garnish with chopped parsley, fresh thyme, additional Parmesan cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh black pepper.¼ cup chopped parsley, fresh thyme for garnish, additional Parmesan for serving, fresh black pepper for serving
- Serve: Serve your creamy mushroom orecchiette pasta hot. Enjoy!
Notes
Variations:
- Add cooked chicken or bacon for a protein boost.
- Include vegetables like spinach or asparagus for extra freshness.
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