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Creamy Mushroom Pasta

A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring sautéed mushrooms and garlic, enveloped in a luxurious sauce, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz fussili pasta (or your favorite shape)
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh mushrooms (sliced, such as cremini or button)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or butter)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, add the fussili pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest.
Sautéing the Mushrooms
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until they're golden brown and their moisture has evaporated.
Making the Sauce
  1. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  2. Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for about 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly. If it's too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
  3. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until fully melted and combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Combining and Serving
  1. Toss the drained pasta into the skillet, mixing until well coated with the creamy sauce. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Tip: If the sauce seems too dry, feel free to add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen it up for that perfect creamy texture! For extra flavor, roast the mushrooms before adding them to the sauce. Don’t rush the sautéing process; let the mushrooms caramelize to bring out their natural sweetness.