Description
Indulge your taste buds with this creamy Pasta With Mushroom Sauce, a dish that effortlessly combines the earthy flavors of buttery mushrooms and a rich mascarpone sauce. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this recipe is both simple and elegant. The delightful blend of garlic, herbs, and cheese creates an explosion of flavor in every bite. Plus, it’s versatile enough to allow for your favorite protein or veggies, making it a fabulous addition to any meal. Whether served with fresh herbs or paired with grilled chicken, this pasta is sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb cremini mushrooms (sliced)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 medium shallots (chopped)
- 4–6 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 3/4 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti as per package directions in salted water; reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté half the mushrooms until golden brown, then set aside. Repeat with remaining mushrooms.
- In the same skillet, melt another 2 tbsp butter. Add shallots and garlic; sauté until soft. Pour in chicken broth and whisk in cornstarch mixed with Dijon mustard and herbs; simmer until thickened.
- Stir in mascarpone and Parmesan until melted, then add cooked mushrooms back to the sauce.
- Combine drained pasta with sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency. Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg