Description
A cozy, decadent and creamy mushroom pappardelle that brings warmth and nostalgia to the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pappardelle noodles
- 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion (minced)
- 2 tsp coarse salt
- 1 1/2 lbs brown mushrooms (cremini, baby bellas, or shiitake)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups broth (chicken, mushroom, or veggie)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Minced fresh parsley (to serve)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add 1 lb pappardelle noodles and cook according to package instructions (about 9-11 minutes) until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Prep the Dutch Oven: While the pasta cooks, preheat a large Dutch oven over high heat for about 5 minutes.
- Sauté the Mushrooms: Add 4 tbsp oil to the hot pan. When shimmering, add 1 1/2 lbs brown mushrooms and 1 tsp salt. Let them cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes, then stir and continue cooking until most moisture evaporates (up to 10 minutes).
- Cook the Onions: Add 1 large minced onion to the pan and reduce heat to medium-low. Sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in 2 tbsp butter until melted. Sprinkle in 1/4 cup flour, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in 4 cups broth, raising the heat until it simmers and thickens.
- Add Cream: Lower the heat and stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Combine with Pasta: Toss the cooked pappardelle with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
- Serve: Garnish with minced fresh parsley.
Notes
For a vegan option, swap heavy cream for coconut cream and use vegetable broth. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy, mushroom, comfort food, easy recipe, Italian food
