Mushrooms are a great way to add flavor and nutrients to any dish. This creamy mushroom pasta is simple to make and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. The mushrooms add a delicious depth of flavor to the creamy sauce, and the pasta is nice and filling.
Give this easy pasta dish a try tonight! Continue through this post for the printable recipe and list of ingredients
Creamy Mushroom Pasta Ingredients
A few simple ingredients come together to make this amazing pasta.
Best of all, this recipe can be adjusted in so many ways. While I used portobello for this recipe, you can adapt this recipe to use whatever type of mushrooms you prefer, or even mix different types together.
Additionally, you could easily switch out the pappardelle pasta for a different pasta if you prefer. Add you favorite veggie like spinach or make the recipe as is. Either way, you will not be disappointed.
How to Make Creamy Mushroom Pasta
To start, cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water and drain the pasta.
Next, heat oil and butter in a a saucepan over medium high heat. Toss in onions and cook for about 2 minutes.
Add mushrooms, salt, pepper, and garlic. Cook for 8-10 minutes, tossing continually.
Lower the heat and stir in the parmesan, cream, and 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water. Taste and season to your liking.
Use tongs to toss the pasta, cheese, and mushrooms.
Finally, top with chopped parsley and parmesan, and serve while hot.
Creamy Mushroom Pasta
Simple creamy mushroom pasta makes the perfect weeknight meal. Satisfying and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 16 0z pappardelle pasta
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup parmesan
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water and drain the pasta.
- Heat oil and butter in a a saucepan over medium high heat. Toss in onions and cook for about 2 minutes.
- Add mushrooms, salt, pepper, and garlic. Cook for 8-10 minutes, tossing continually.
- Lower the heat and stir in the parmesan, cream, and 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water. Taste and season to your liking.
- Use tongs to toss the pasta, cheese, and mushrooms.
- Top with chopped parsley and parmesan before serving.
There you have it, my creamy mushroom pasta recipe. I hope you enjoy it! If you do make it, share a picture of your finished dish and tag me on Instagram @purposefulbites so I can see!
And if you have any questions about the recipe, please don’t hesitate to ask in the comments section below. Happy cooking!
