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Creamy Garlic Mushroom Pasta

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A quick and easy creamy garlic mushroom pasta recipe that delivers comforting, rich flavors with a silky sauce and earthy mushrooms. Perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) fettuccine or your favorite pasta
  • Salt, for pasta water
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 oz (340 g) mixed mushrooms, sliced (cremini and shiitake recommended)
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
  • ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz (225 g) fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually 10-12 minutes. Reserve ½ cup (120 ml) of pasta water before draining. Set pasta aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tbsp unsalted butter and 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. When the butter melts and starts to foam, add 4 cloves minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant—don’t let it brown.
  3. Stir in 12 oz (340 g) sliced mushrooms, spreading them out in one layer. Let them cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes to get a nice sear, then stir and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until they release their moisture and start to brown. Season with ½ tsp black pepper and optional ¼ tsp red pepper flakes.
  4. Reduce heat to low and pour in 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream. Stir gently and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes, thickening slightly. Add ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. If the sauce seems too thick, add reserved pasta water 1 tbsp at a time to loosen it.
  5. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat every strand with creamy garlic mushroom goodness. Cook together for 1-2 minutes to marry flavors. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  6. Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the top. Give it a final toss, then serve immediately while warm and comforting.

Notes

Keep the cream at a gentle simmer to avoid separation. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Use a wide skillet for even mushroom browning. Adding fresh herbs at the end brightens the dish. For dairy-free, swap heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Gluten-free pasta options include brown rice or chickpea pasta.

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