Description
This Garlic Mushroom Pasta recipe is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines sautéed cremini mushrooms, garlic, and Parmesan cheese with perfectly cooked pasta. Enhanced with Dijon mustard, lemon zest, and fresh parsley, it offers a delicious balance of earthiness and brightness, making it an easy and elegant meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 ounces uncooked pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth or white wine
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the uncooked pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve a couple of tablespoons of the hot pasta water before draining the pasta.
- Sauté Onions and Mushrooms: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. When the pan is hot, add the chopped onions and sliced mushrooms. Sauté while stirring occasionally until the mushrooms release their water, it evaporates, and both the onions and mushrooms get caramelized and browned. This process takes about 8-10 minutes, adding rich flavor to the dish.
- Add Garlic and Dijon Mustard: Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard. Cook for about one minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze and Simmer: Pour in the chicken broth (or vegetable broth or white wine), and add lemon juice and zest. Let the mixture bubble gently for about a minute to meld the flavors.
- Combine and Serve: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water to the sauce to loosen it if needed. Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use any type of pasta you prefer, such as spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne.
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- If you want a richer flavor, use white wine as the deglazing liquid instead of broth.
- Adding reserved pasta water helps to create a silky sauce that clings well to the pasta.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and consider adding crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
