Description
Garlic Mushroom Pasta is a delightful dish that brings together the rich flavors of garlic, buttery mushrooms, and creamy parmesan in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a quick weeknight meal, this recipe showcases the beauty of fresh ingredients. The aromatic garlic butter sauce perfectly complements the earthy mushrooms, while a hint of lemon adds brightness to the dish. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying it solo, this pasta is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ounces uncooked pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice and zest from 1/2 lemon
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta al dente according to package instructions.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once hot, sauté onions and mushrooms for about 8-10 minutes until browned.
- Stir in remaining butter, garlic, and Dijon mustard. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add broth, lemon juice, and zest to the skillet; let bubble for one minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in parmesan cheese and parsley. Toss with drained pasta (reserve some pasta water if needed) and season with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg