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    Category Home » Pasta » Creamy Mushroom and Garlic Pasta

    Creamy Mushroom and Garlic Pasta

    Published: Sep 30, 2019 · Modified: Aug 24, 2021 by Leigh Anderson · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Rich and creamy mushroom pasta is perfect for a special date night or cozy comforting dinner! Golden brown roasted mushrooms are cooked together with garlic, shallot, white wine and cream then finished with parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and fresh parsley. The best part? This super-simple pasta is ready in under an hour!

    A bowl of Creamy Mushroom and Garlic Pasta on a ceramic plate with a lemon wheel.

    This recipe for creamy mushroom and garlic pasta is warm and comforting but not overly rich! You can use any mushrooms you like for this recipe. I like to use a variety of different types; hen of the woods (aka maitake) are my favorite, shitakes and chanterelles are great and really flavorful, creminis, baby bellas, and button mushrooms all work well too! Looking for something to serve alongside this dish? Check out my go-to Everyday Dinner Salad!

    I love this recipe because it looks and tastes super sophisticated but it’s actually very simple to make. Start to finish this recipe is on the table in under an hour!

    If you’re like me and obsessed with the creamy-mushroom-white wine-parmesan flavor combo you will definitely want to check out this recipe for Creamy Roasted Mushroom Risotto with Truffle Oil!

    Ingredients You’ll Need:

    To make this recipe you’ll need dried pasta (any tube-shaped pasta works), mushrooms, garlic, shallot, white wine, butter, parmesan cheese, lemon, and fresh parsley.

    INDIVIDUAL RECIPE INGREDIENTS ON A BAKING TRAY: RIGATONI, MUSHROOMS, CREAM, GARLIC ETC
    • Mushrooms: You can use a wide variety of mushrooms for this recipe such as button, cremini, hen of the woods (my favorite!) shiitakes, or oyster mushrooms.
    • White Wine: Use a dry white wine like pinot grigio. If you prefer to not cook with wine you can substitute chicken stock or vegetable stock.
    • Dried Pasta: Any tube-shaped pasta will work. I like rigatoni best, penne works too.

    Recipe Step by Step

    Step 1. Sauté the mushrooms, garlic and Shallot.

    In a large pot or high sided sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium/high heat. Add the mushrooms to the pan. Saute the mushrooms until they are golden brown, about 5 minutes. Next, add the butter, shallot, garlic, and a good pinch of salt. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes, frequently stirring until the shallots are translucent and the garlic is fragrant. Bring a seperate pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until it’s al dente (8-10 minutes) drain and set aside.

    Step 2. Deglaze with Wine and Add the Pasta

    Next, add the wine. Bring the wine to a simmer and reduce it by about half, stirring frequently and scraping up any caramelized bits from the bottom of the pan. Next, add in the cream and cooked pasta and parmesan cheese, stir together until the pasta is evenly coated in the sauce. Turn off the heat and add the lemon zest and fresh parsley. Taste and season as needed with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.


    a beige dutch oven filled with rigatoni pasta, mushrooms, parmesan cheese and a wooden spoon

    Step 3. Finish and Serve

    Divide the pasta between bowls, top with extra grated parmesan and freshly ground pepper. Serve immediately!

    FAQS AND EXPERT TIPS

    Can I make this recipe without cream?

    You can actually. You could substitute coconut milk for cream as well as plant-based butter to make this entire recipe vegan!

    What is the best way to wash mushrooms?

    Rinse the mushrooms well under cold water to remove any dirt then place them between two kitchen towels and pat dry.  Try to absorb as much of the excess water as you can. The drier the better for cooking.

    What are the best mushrooms to use for this recipe?

    You can use a wide variety of mushrooms for this recipe such as button, cremini, hen of the woods (my favorite!) shiitakes, or oyster mushrooms.

    What can I substitute for Wine?

    If you prefer to not cook with wine you can substitute chicken stock or vegetable stock instead.

    Creamy Mushroom and Garlic Pasta on a ceramic plate with lemon zest, fresh thyme and parsley

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    I love to hear from readers and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. If you make this recipe be sure to leave a comment and/or give it a rating! Don’t forget to follow along on Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram for all the latest updates!

    A bowl of Creamy Mushroom and Garlic Pasta

    Creamy Mushroom and Garlic Pasta

    Garlicky roasted mushrooms in a creamy white wine and parmesan cheese sauce tossed with rigatoni and finished with parsley and lemon zest!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 761kcal
    Author: Leigh Anderson

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb rigatoni
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 lb assorted mushrooms sliced in halves or quarters
    • 1 large shallot finely chopped
    • 3 cloves garlic finely chopped or grated
    • 1 c dry white wine
    • 4 tbsp butter
    • 1 c heavy cream
    • ½ c grated parmesan cheese , plus more for serving
    • ¼ c chopped flat-leaf parsley
    • zest from one lemon

    Instructions

    • In a large pot or high sided sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium/high heat. Add the mushrooms to the pan. Saute the mushrooms until they are golden brown, about 5 minutes. Next, add the butter, shallot, garlic, and a good pinch of salt. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes, frequently stirring until the shallots are translucent and the garlic is fragrant. Bring a seperate pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until it's al dente (8-10 minutes) drain and set aside.
    • Next, add the wine. Bring the wine to a simmer and reduce it by about half, stirring frequently and scraping up any caramelized bits from the bottom of the pan. Next, add in the cream and cooked pasta and parmesan cheese, stir together until the pasta is evenly coated in the sauce. Turn off the heat and add the lemon zest and fresh parsley. Taste and season as needed with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
    • Divide the pasta between bowls, top with extra grated parmesan and freshly ground pepper. Serve immediately!

    Notes

    Can I make this recipe without cream?
    You can actually. You could substitute coconut milk for cream as well as plant-based butter to make this entire recipe vegan!
    What is the best way to wash mushrooms?
    Rinse the mushrooms well under cold water to remove any dirt then place them between two kitchen towels and pat dry.  Try to absorb as much of the excess water as you can. The drier the better for cooking.
    What are the best mushrooms to use for this recipe?
    You can use a wide variety of mushrooms for this recipe such as button, cremini, hen of the woods (my favorite!) shiitakes, or oyster mushrooms.
    What can I substitute for wine?
    If you prefer to not cook with wine you can substitute chicken stock or vegetable stock instead.
    Leftovers: can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. Re-heat in the microwave or on the stovetop. Add a splash of water when reheating to loosen up the sauce a bit.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 761kcal | Carbohydrates: 93g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 724mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 900IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 198mg | Iron: 2mg
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