Description

Indulge in this luxurious, restaurant-quality mushroom pasta that brings deep, earthy flavors to your dinner table in under thirty minutes. Featuring tender fettuccine noodles tossed in a velvety, herb-infused cream sauce with savory baby bella mushrooms, this dish is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. Simple to prepare, elegant to serve, and perfectly balanced with fresh lemon and parmesan, it is a guaranteed family-favorite that satisfies even the most discerning palates.

Ingredients

1 pound Fettuccine or Linguine
4 Tbsp Unsalted butter
1 Tbsp Olive oil
16 oz Baby bella mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 Tbsp Fresh thyme
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1.5 tsp Salt & Pepper
2 Tbsp All-purpose flour
1 cup Chicken broth
2 cups Heavy cream
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/4 cup Reserved pasta water
2 Tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
1 Lemon, juiced and zested

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Instructions

Cook the pasta in heavily salted water until al dente, about one minute less than package instructions.
Drain the pasta while reserving 1/4 cup of the starchy water.
In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until browned and moisture has evaporated.
Stir in the garlic, thyme, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, cooking until fragrant.
Add the remaining butter and flour, stirring for 1 minute to create a roux.
Whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing to a gentle simmer until the sauce thickens.
Stir in the parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and zest.
Add the cooked pasta and reserved pasta water to the pan, tossing to coat thoroughly.
Finish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure you reserve the pasta water, as it helps the sauce emulsify and cling to the noodles perfectly. For extra protein, you can add seared chicken breast or grilled shrimp. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat with a splash of milk or broth.

Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 20
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired