Creamy Mushroom Pasta Sauce (Print Version)
Rich sauce with mushrooms, cream, onions, garlic, and Parmesan to elevate any pasta dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter or olive oil
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
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12 ounces mushrooms, sliced
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1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
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1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
→ To Serve
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Cooked pasta
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Fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional, for garnish)
# Steps:
01 -
Melt the butter or heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes.
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Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to let it brown.
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Add the sliced mushrooms and dried thyme or Italian seasoning. Sauté until the mushrooms release their liquid and begin to brown, about 7 to 8 minutes.
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If using, pour in the white wine and allow it to simmer until almost fully evaporated, approximately 2 minutes.
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Reduce the heat to medium-low, then pour in the heavy cream. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Add grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
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Toss the finished sauce with hot cooked pasta. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
# Notes:
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Use a mix of mushroom varieties for deeper flavor and avoid overcrowding the pan for proper browning.