Creamy balsamic mushroom pasta
This Balsamic Mushroom Creamy Pasta combines earthy mushrooms with the sweet tang of balsamic vinegar, all wrapped in a silky, creamy sauce. It is a versatile, budget-friendly dish that works perfectly for weeknight dinners or elegant meals.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 300g pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 500g mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian herbs
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chopped onions for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
- Cook mushrooms: Add sliced mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and cook 6–8 minutes until browned.
- Add balsamic vinegar: Pour 2 tablespoons over the mushrooms. Cook 1–2 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Make the creamy sauce: Lower the heat, pour in heavy cream, and simmer 3–4 minutes, stirring continuously.
- Incorporate Parmesan and herbs: Stir in Parmesan cheese and thyme until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add drained pasta to the skillet, toss to coat evenly. Add reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Use a variety of mushrooms for richer flavor.
Adjust cream amount for a lighter or thicker sauce.
Can be made ahead; store sauce separately from pasta.
Find it online: https://quickrecipetricks.com/creamy-balsamic-mushroom-pasta/