Ingredients
- 250 g pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or spaghetti)
- 2 cups mushrooms (sliced, cremini or portobello)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1–2 teaspoons truffle oil or 1 teaspoon truffle paste
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and turn golden brown.
- Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add parmesan cheese and stir until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in truffle oil or paste, adjusting to taste.
- Add cooked pasta and toss, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use a mix of mushrooms for deeper flavor.
- Add truffle oil sparingly as it is strong.
- Include grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Reduce cream and use pasta water for a lighter version.
- Use plant-based cream and cheese for a vegan option.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently with added milk or cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg