Description
Silky pappardelle pasta coated in a rich, garlicky mushroom cream sauce with earthy herbs and perfectly sautéed mushrooms—comfort food at its most luxurious.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz pappardelle pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pappardelle until al dente, reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add garlic and shallot, sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add mushrooms, thyme, and oregano. Cook until mushrooms are soft and golden, about 7–8 minutes.
- Pour in the cream and simmer gently for 3 minutes. Stir in Parmesan until melted.
- Add cooked pasta and a splash of pasta water to loosen the sauce. Toss gently to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a mix of wild mushrooms for more depth of flavor.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version of the sauce.
- Great with a side of crusty bread or a green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 60mg