Description
Mushroom Pasta combines fresh mushrooms sautéed in olive oil with a creamy, plant-based sauce and tender pasta. Ready in under 30 minutes, this comforting and versatile dish delivers rich umami flavors and a smooth, satisfying texture perfect for weeknights or casual entertaining.
Ingredients
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Mushroom Pasta Ingredients
- 8 oz fresh cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup plant-based cream
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushrooms: Clean and slice mushrooms evenly. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add mushrooms and garlic. Sauté for 7-8 minutes until mushrooms are tender and golden brown, creating a savory base.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve one cup of pasta water before draining.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Lower the heat and stir in plant-based cream and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) into the skillet. Warm and thicken the sauce gently. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce for a silky consistency.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the mushroom sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it rest for a minute to allow the pasta to absorb the sauce’s richness.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve the Mushroom Pasta warm and enjoy the comforting blend of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Choose fresh mushrooms for best flavor and texture.
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency perfectly.
- Cook mushrooms slowly over medium heat for caramelization and umami depth.
- Use a large skillet to avoid overcrowding mushrooms and promote browning.
- Season mushrooms gradually while cooking to enhance their natural flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: mushroom pasta, creamy pasta, vegetarian pasta, plant-based pasta, quick dinner, easy pasta recipe
