Description
This Creamy Mushroom Pasta is an elegant and luxurious dish that’s simple enough for a busy weeknight. This recipe transforms humble ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal, featuring earthy cremini mushrooms in a sophisticated and comforting sauce made with white wine, cream, and a hint of Dijon mustard. It’s the perfect balance of rich, savory flavors.
Ingredients
8 ounces uncooked pasta (fettuccine or linguine recommended)
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced thin
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon flour
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 cup heavy/whipping cream
Salt & pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped, to taste
Freshly grated parmesan cheese to taste (optional)
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about a cup of the starchy pasta water before draining.
Sauté the Mushrooms:
While the pasta cooks, heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until they are well-browned. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Build Your Elegant Sauce:
Deglaze the pan with the dry white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Simmer until the wine has mostly evaporated. Stir in the Italian seasoning, lemon juice, flour, and Dijon mustard until a smooth paste forms.
Finish and Combine:
Slowly stir in the heavy cream and simmer for a couple of minutes until the sauce begins to thicken. Season with salt and pepper. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to create a silky consistency. Serve immediately, topped with fresh parsley and parmesan cheese.
Notes
Perfectly Browned Mushrooms:
For the best flavor, use a hot pan and avoid overcrowding it. This allows the mushrooms to sear and caramelize, developing a deep, umami-rich flavor.
Wine Substitute:
If you prefer to cook without alcohol, you can substitute the white wine with an equal amount of chicken or vegetable broth.
Reheating Leftovers:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of milk or cream to loosen the sauce and restore its creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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