Delicious Creamy Mushroom Pasta
This Creamy Mushroom Pasta is perfect for autumn. Don't forget to add shredded parmesan cheese and freshly grated lemon zest at the end. It makes all the difference.
- it's light and fresh, and there's a generous amount of mushrooms in the sauce
- the sauce is creamy, and bucatini pasta makes the dish luscious
- perfect lunch or quick weeknight dinner
- it takes 15 minutes to make
- beginner-friendly recipe
Essential ingredients
Here you will find a list of essential ingredients needed for the recipe. The whole recipe with the ingredients and method is below.
Cream cheese - makes the pasta creamy without using any cream.
Parmesan cheese - adds a lovely saltiness and makes the pasta rich and creamy.
Mushrooms - use a mix of mushrooms from the nearby forest, farmer's market, or store.
Pasta - use your favorite pasta. We choose bucatini, as they are perfect for this dish. They are kind of like very thick spaghetti.
Lemon zest - adds freshness and lovely acidity. Always use bio lemon and finely grated lemon zest.
HOW TO MAKE CREAMY MUSHROOM PASTA WITH FROZEN MUSHROOMS
Feel free to use frozen mushrooms for this recipe. In that case, pan-fry the mushrooms for about 10 minutes longer.
Storing
We don't recommend storing this Creamy Mushroom Pasta. Always serve this dish freshly prepared while it's still hot or warm. Don't reheat it, either.
How to make Creamy Mushroom Pasta at home (video)
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METHOD
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pan-fry the mushrooms
In a bowl, combine cream cheese and shredded parmesan cheese. Set aside until needed. Place a large pan over high heat. Add the butter and olive oil. When the butter melts, add the diced onion and sliced mushrooms. Pan-fry for 5 - 8 minutes or until the mushrooms are brown and pan-fried.
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cook the pasta
While the mushrooms are pan-frying, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Preserve 1 1/4 cup pasta cooking water.
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mushroom sauce
Add diced garlic, sprig of thyme and chopped parsley to the mushroom sauce. Cook for a minute, lower the heat and add the reserved water, cream cheese mixture, and grated lemon zest. Stir to combine and remove from the heat.
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serve
Add the cooked pasta, toss to combine, and serve. Divide the Creamy Mushroom Pasta between four plates. Optionally serve with additional shredded parmesan cheese, grated lemon zest, and chopped parsley.
