Ingredients
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Gathering the right ingredients is like preparing a canvas for a masterpiece. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 12 oz fettuccine or your favorite pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup white wine (optional, for deglazing)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter
If you prefer a lighter version, substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy alternative. For a burst of freshness, consider adding a handful of spinach or arugula towards the end of cooking.
Instructions
Let’s bring this comforting dish to life. Follow these steps to create your own culinary masterpiece:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until they release their moisture and begin to brown, about 8-10 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute until fragrant. If using, pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, stirring to lift any browned bits from the bottom.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Let it simmer gently until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it in the creamy mushroom sauce to ensure every strand is coated.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, butter, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the cheese to melt into the sauce, creating a luscious coating over the pasta.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
