Creamy Mushroom Pasta Recipe

Ingredients

• 400g pasta of your choice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 500g mixed mushrooms, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup white wine (optional)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp butter

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.

3. Add minced garlic to the mushrooms and cook for another minute until fragrant.

4. Pour in white wine (if using) and let it simmer for 2 minutes to cook off the alcohol.

5. Lower heat to medium and add heavy cream. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with butter and Parmesan cheese. Toss to combine.

7. If the sauce seems too thick, add pasta water gradually until you reach desired consistency.

8. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with fresh parsley.

9. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

• For extra flavor, use a mix of cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms
• The pasta water helps bind the sauce to the pasta
• This dish pairs well with a crisp white wine or light salad