Description
Creamy Mushroom Sage Pasta is a delightful culinary masterpiece that combines earthy mushrooms and aromatic sage in a luscious, velvety sauce, all clinging perfectly to pasta. This simple yet impressive dish is perfect for cozy evenings or special gatherings, making every bite feel like a warm embrace. Your loved ones will be asking for seconds as the rich flavors unfold, creating a memorable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or tagliatelle
- 2 cups mixed fresh mushrooms (cremini and shiitake), sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and reserve a little pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook until browned and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
- Toss in fresh sage leaves, then add the drained pasta to the skillet. Mix well, adding reserved pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 80mg