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Elegant & Earthy Pappardelle with Portobello Mushroom Sauce

A comforting and elegant dish featuring pappardelle pasta in a rich and creamy portobello mushroom sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
  • 12 oz pappardelle pasta
  • 2 large portobello mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a lighter version, substitute with half and half.
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the pappardelle according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced portobello mushrooms and cook until soft, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
  5. Allow the sauce to simmer for 5 minutes, letting it thicken slightly.
Combining the Ingredients
  1. Add the cooked pappardelle to the skillet and toss well to coat.
  2. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add in reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  3. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until melted and creamy.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Plate the pasta, garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy your elegant dish!

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop over low heat.