Creamy Mushroom Pasta
This Creamy Mushroom Pasta recipe elevates a classic comfort food with the addition of luxurious oat cream and a rich, plant-based Parmesan. It's a hearty and satisfying dish that beautifully combines the earthy flavors of mushrooms with the creamy texture of the sauce, all tossed with your favorite pasta.
Equipment
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Skillet or large frying pan
- Colander for draining pasta
- Stirring spoon
Ingredients
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 7 oz button mushrooms, sliced or 200g
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 7 oz oat cream or 200ml
- Plant-based Parmesan to taste, plus extra for serving
- 14 oz pasta of your choice or 400g
- Reserved pasta water about 1/4 cup or 60ml
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Start by preparing all your ingredients. Chop the onion finely, slice the mushrooms, mince the garlic, and grate the plant-based Parmesan. Set everything aside.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Before draining, reserve about 1/4 cup of the pasta water for later. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sliced mushrooms. Season with salt to taste. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the mushrooms are golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Butter: Once the mushrooms are golden, add the minced garlic and butter to the skillet. Stir continuously for about 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Add Oat Cream: Reduce the heat to low and pour in the oat cream. Stir well to combine and allow the mixture to simmer gently for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
- Incorporate the Plant-Based Parmesan: Sprinkle the grated plant-based Parmesan into the skillet. Stir continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Pour in the reserved pasta water to help emulsify the sauce and coat the pasta evenly. Gently mix everything together until the pasta is well coated with the creamy mushroom sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer the pasta to serving plates. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and an extra sprinkle of plant-based Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately and enjoy your enhanced creamy mushroom pasta with garlic butter!
Notes
This recipe can be easily adapted to include additional vegetables or substitute ingredients based on dietary preferences or restrictions.
The use of reserved pasta water helps to create a silky, cohesive sauce that clings to the pasta beautifully.
Fresh parsley not only adds a burst of color but also enhances the flavors of the dish with its fresh, herbaceous notes.
For best results, serve immediately while the pasta is hot and the sauce is creamy.
The use of reserved pasta water helps to create a silky, cohesive sauce that clings to the pasta beautifully.
Fresh parsley not only adds a burst of color but also enhances the flavors of the dish with its fresh, herbaceous notes.
For best results, serve immediately while the pasta is hot and the sauce is creamy.
Nutrition
Calories: 500kcal