Creamy Mushroom Linguine (Print version)

Tender mushrooms in a silky cream sauce over perfectly cooked linguine. Ready in 30 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 14 oz linguine

→ Mushrooms

02 - 14 oz mixed mushrooms, sliced
03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
04 - 1 tbsp olive oil

→ Aromatics

05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 small shallot, finely chopped

→ Sauce

07 - 3/4 cup + 1 tbsp heavy cream
08 - 1/4 cup vegetable broth
09 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
10 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
11 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
12 - Salt, to taste

→ Garnish

13 - Extra chopped parsley
14 - Shaved Parmesan

# How to Make:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
02 - While pasta cooks, heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and sauté for 6-8 minutes until golden and any liquid has evaporated.
03 - Add shallot and garlic to the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until fragrant and softened.
04 - Pour in vegetable broth, scraping any brown bits from the pan bottom. Reduce heat to medium-low.
05 - Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, pepper, and a pinch of salt. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
06 - Add drained linguine to the sauce, tossing to coat thoroughly. Add reserved pasta water as needed for a silky consistency.
07 - Stir in chopped parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • The sauce comes together in minutes but tastes like something from a restaurant
  • It uses humble ingredients to create something surprisingly special
02 -
  • Do not rush the mushrooms, they need time to brown and release all their liquid
  • The pasta water is your secret weapon for achieving that perfect clingy sauce
03 -
  • Mix different mushroom varieties for more complex flavor
  • Substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce that still feels indulgent
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