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Perfect Truffle Mushroom Pasta Recipe with Creamy Sauce

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A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring earthy mushrooms and aromatic truffle oil, perfect for cozy dinners and impressing guests with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) fettuccine or tagliatelle pasta
  • 12 oz (340 g) mixed mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, oyster)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (50 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon truffle oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz (225 g) fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup (120 ml) pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, gently wipe mushrooms with a damp cloth to remove dirt. Slice into even pieces.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms in a single layer and cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes to caramelize. Stir and cook another 3-4 minutes until golden and tender.
  4. Lower heat to medium. Stir in minced garlic and chopped shallots, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Pour in 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream and stir to combine. Let simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon fresh thyme. Add reserved pasta water a splash at a time if sauce is too thick.
  6. Add drained pasta to the skillet with the mushroom cream sauce. Toss gently to coat evenly. Stir in ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese until melted and silky.
  7. Remove pan from heat and drizzle 1 teaspoon truffle oil over the pasta. Toss once more to distribute the oil.
  8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with cracked black pepper.

Notes

Do not overcrowd mushrooms when sautéing to ensure proper caramelization. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Add truffle oil off the heat to preserve aroma. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk and use vegan Parmesan or nutritional yeast. Gluten-free pasta can be used for gluten-sensitive diets.

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