Description
Pâtes aux champignons is a creamy, indulgent pasta dish that beautifully combines sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and rich cream for a comforting meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare. Tossed in a velvety sauce and topped with Parmesan, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy it as a standalone dish or paired with a fresh salad for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 2 cups mixed fresh mushrooms (cremini and shiitake), sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced mushrooms and minced garlic; sauté until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Lower the heat, then add heavy cream to the skillet. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the mushroom sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot with extra Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option. For added nutrition, include spinach or grilled chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.