Creamy Oyster Mushroom Pasta
Creamy oyster mushroom pasta is a sumptuous dish that combines silky fettuccine with earthy oyster mushrooms enveloped in a rich and velvety cream sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining friends, this quick and easy recipe showcases delightful flavors and textures that will warm your heart. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins to make it uniquely yours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 8 oz fresh oyster mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced oyster mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, then mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing until evenly coated.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Experiment by adding spinach or substituting oyster mushrooms with shiitake for a different flavor profile. For a bit of heat, consider adding chili flakes or sautéing some red pepper alongside the mushrooms.