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Creamy Mushroom Pasta

A comforting and creamy pasta dish with earthy mushroom flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces fettuccine or your favorite pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms sliced (button or cremini work well)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Colander for draining pasta
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the diced onion. Sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until softened, around 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  5. Lower the heat and add the heavy cream to the skillet. Let it simmer gently, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
  7. Once the pasta is cooked and drained, add it to the sauce and toss until evenly coated.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve with garlic bread or a green salad for a complete meal.