Description
Indulge in the rich and velvety goodness of Creamy Oyster Mushroom Pasta, a delightful comfort dish perfect for any occasion. With its earthy oyster mushrooms and luscious cream sauce, this pasta is not just quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—but also visually stunning, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and elegant gatherings. The harmonious blend of garlic, fresh herbs, and Parmesan cheese elevates each bite, creating a satisfying meal that leaves you wanting more. Whether served with a crisp side salad or paired with grilled chicken for added protein, this dish promises to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or spaghetti)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 12 oz oyster mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
- ½ cup dry apple vinegar or broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion for about 3–4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in oyster mushrooms and sauté until golden (6–8 minutes).
- Deglaze the skillet with apple vinegar (or broth) and simmer until mostly evaporated.
- Lower the heat, add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until thickened (3–4 minutes).
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce along with reserved pasta water until evenly coated.
- Serve garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg