Description
Indulge in the savory goodness of Sage Butter Pasta with Mushrooms. This comforting dish features tender pasta coated in a luscious sage-infused butter sauce, complemented by earthy cremini mushrooms and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 8 oz fettuccine or tagliatelle pasta
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced
- 8-10 fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
- Zest of 1/2 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Prepare the sauce: In a skillet, sauté shallot and garlic. Add mushrooms, sage, and red pepper flakes. Stir in butter, then combine with pasta and reserved water.
- Finish the dish: Mix in Parmesan, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Serve hot with extra Parmesan.
Notes
- For added richness, consider drizzling truffle oil or adding a dollop of mascarpone.
- Experiment with different mushroom varieties like oyster or shiitake for diverse flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
