Description
This rich and indulgent Truffle Mushroom Pasta features tender cremini mushrooms browned in butter, combined with a creamy truffle-infused sauce. Finished with parmesan and fresh herbs, it’s an elegant yet approachable pasta dish perfect for a special dinner or cozy night in.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 12 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 large shallot, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 2/3 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon truffle puree
- 8 oz dried egg tagliatelle pasta
- 2–3 dashes sherry vinegar
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
- Minced chives or parsley, for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the dried egg tagliatelle pasta and cook until al dente, according to package instructions (usually 7-9 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining the pasta.
- Brown the mushrooms: While the water is heating, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the unsalted butter and let it melt completely. Add all the sliced cremini mushrooms, stirring to coat them evenly with the butter. Let the mushrooms cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to brown on one side, then flip and continue cooking until evenly browned all over.
- Build the sauce: Add the minced shallot and thinly sliced garlic to the skillet with mushrooms. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring often, until the shallot softens and becomes fragrant. Pour in the dry white wine to deglaze the pan and let it simmer until mostly evaporated, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the reserved pasta water, heavy cream, dijon mustard, and truffle puree. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, seasoning with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- Finish the pasta in the sauce: Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat all the noodles in the creamy truffle mushroom sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings nicely to the pasta. Adjust seasoning as needed with salt, pepper, and add 2-3 dashes of sherry vinegar for brightness.
- Serve: Divide the pasta into serving bowls. Top each portion generously with freshly grated parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of minced chives or parsley. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Reserve pasta water carefully as it helps the sauce adhere better to the noodles.
- Use good-quality truffle puree for the most aromatic flavor.
- If you prefer a stronger truffle flavor, increase the truffle puree slightly.
- This dish pairs beautifully with a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: truffle mushroom pasta, creamy mushroom pasta, truffle tagliatelle, easy mushroom pasta recipe, dinner pasta, Italian pasta dish
