Here’s a recipe for a delicious 4-person serving of Fettuccine with Creamy Mushroom Sauce:
Ingredients:
- 400g fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 400g mixed mushrooms (such as button, cremini, and shiitake), sliced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the Fettuccine:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Mushroom Sauce:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onions and cook until softened and translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and sauté until the mushrooms are golden brown and cooked through.
- Create the Creamy Sauce:
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken or vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Add butter and continue stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Sauce with Pasta:
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the pasta in the creamy mushroom sauce.
- Allow the pasta to heat through for a few minutes, absorbing the flavors of the sauce.
- Serve:
- Divide the creamy mushroom fettuccine among four plates.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Enjoy:
- Serve immediately, and enjoy this delicious and comforting fettuccine with creamy mushroom sauce!
Feel free to adjust the seasonings and the thickness of the sauce according to your preferences. Enjoy your meal!
