Description
Morel Mushroom Pasta is a creamy and dreamy dish that combines the rich umami flavor of fresh morel mushrooms with perfectly cooked pasta. This elegant yet simple recipe is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. With its delightful aroma and luscious sauce, each bite transports you to a serene cabin in the woods, making it an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or tagliatelle
- 2 cups fresh morel mushrooms, cleaned and chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Clean morel mushrooms gently under cold water, pat dry, and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- 2. Cook pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
- 3. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté morels and minced garlic until fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- 4. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- 5. Toss the drained pasta into the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- 6. Finish with fresh herbs, salt, and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg