Mushroom Pasta - Quick and Easy
Calories: 25
Adjust Servings Here: 6 servings
Description
This mushroom pasta recipe is comfort food and dinner in just 15 minutes. Mushrooms and peas cooked in a creamy, rich white sauce, yet not loaded with cream or cheese. Perfect when you need a super-quick meal using ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500 g) Pasta Penne, fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 1 small Spanish onion chopped finely
- 2 large Garlic cloves sliced
- 8 oz (226 g) Mushrooms button or crimini
- 1 tbsp Flour all-purpose
- 2 cups (500 ml) Whole Milk or half and half
- ¼ cups (¼ cup) Parmesan
- ½ cup (g) Gruyere or cheddar
- 2 Bay leaves
- 2 tbsp Thyme leaves fresh
- ¼ tsp Nutmeg fresh grated
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Black pepper powder
- 1 cup (145 g) Peas frozen or fresh
- ¼ cup (15 g) Parsley fresh
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of the pasta cooking water.1 lb Pasta
- Sauté the Onion and Garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.1 tbsp Olive oil, 2 tbsp Butter, 1 small Spanish onion, 2 large Garlic cloves
- Sauté the Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet with the onion and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are golden brown and their moisture has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.8 oz Mushrooms, ¼ tsp Salt, ½ tsp Black pepper powder
- Make the Roux: Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed mushrooms, onions, and garlic. Stir well to combine, cooking for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste. Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.1 tbsp Flour, 2 cups Whole Milk
- Add cheese and seasonings: Stir in the grated cheese until it is melted and smooth. Add the fresh thyme and freshly grated nutmeg. Stir to combine.¼ cups Parmesan, ½ cup Gruyere or cheddar, 2 Bay leaves, 2 tbsp Thyme leaves, ¼ tsp Nutmeg
- Add Peas and Parsley: Add the thawed peas to the sauce, stirring to heat through. Stir in the chopped parsley and mix well.1 cup Peas, ¼ cup Parsley
- Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta cooking water to reach your desired consistency.
- Season and Serve: Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or nutmeg as needed. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and grated cheese if desired.
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