Description
Creamy Mushroom Alfredo Pasta is a delightful dish that effortlessly marries the rich, earthy flavors of sautéed mushrooms with a luxuriously creamy Alfredo sauce. This comforting meal envelops al dente fettuccine, making it a perfect choice for both everyday dinners and special occasions. Imagine twirling your fork through a luscious sauce, topped with freshly grated Parmesan and aromatic garlic—each bite is a celebration of flavor and texture. With just a handful of simple ingredients, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also highly customizable. Add grilled chicken or seasonal vegetables for an extra boost, and watch it transform into a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces fresh mushrooms (cremini or button)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring; let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and mix in grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Toss cooked fettuccine into the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan and black pepper on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg