Best 8 Pasta With Mushrooms Walnuts Asparagus And Apples Recipes

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Pasta with mushrooms, walnuts, asparagus, and apples is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines the earthy taste of mushrooms, the nutty crunch of walnuts, the delicate sweetness of asparagus, and the crisp freshness of apples. This vegetarian-friendly recipe is a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to impress your friends, this pasta dish is sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

PASTA WITH MUSHROOMS AND BROCCOLI



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Broccoli stems and flowers can be prepared and cooked separately, like two different vegetables. For this pasta I used a vegetable peeler to shred the broccoli stems into thin ribbons, which I cooked briefly with the mushrooms. I sliced the crowns very thin and blanched them briefly with the pasta. The result is a dish with different textures and shades of green: the stems should be crisp-tender, their color faded. The crowns will be bright green, and 2 to 2 1/2 minutes cooking will render them tender but not mushy.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner

Time 30m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large stalks broccoli (stems and crowns)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 pound mushrooms, sliced 1/3 to 1/2 inch thick
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
8 ounces spaghetti
Freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Cut broccoli stalks away from crowns and peel stalks. Use a vegetable peeler to shave stalks into thin ribbons. Set aside. Cut crowns into thin slices (about 1/4 inch). Combine with the little flower buds that fall off onto your cutting surface in a bowl.
  • Begin heating a large pot of water for the pasta. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat in a large, heavy skillet. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until lightly colored and beginning to sweat, 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, add salt to taste, another tablespoon of oil, and shaved broccoli stems. Continue to sauté until the broccoli stem ribbons are crisp-tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic and thyme, season to taste with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring, until garlic smells fragrant, 30 seconds to a minute. Remove from heat.
  • When water in the pasta pot comes to a boil, add salt to taste and spaghetti. Set timer for 2 minutes less than the cooking time suggested on the package. When it goes off, add thinly sliced broccoli crowns and flower buds, and cook 2 minutes more, or until the pasta is al dente. Using a ladle, transfer 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water to the pan with the mushrooms and shaved broccoli stems. Drain the pasta and broccoli and toss with the mushroom and stem mixture, either in a large bowl or right in the pan. Serve with Parmesan cheese.

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS



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Many terrific recipes change hands at my ladies' bridge group's monthly get-togethers. That's where I discovered this zippy, tempting dish. The garlic, asparagus, Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes create an irresistible taste combination. -Jean Fisher, Redlands, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 to 3 dashes hot pepper sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 pound mostaccioli or elbow macaroni, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook the garlic, red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce in oil and butter for 1 minute. Add the asparagus, salt and pepper; saute until asparagus is crisp-tender, 8-10 minutes. Stir in cheese. Pour over hot pasta and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 83mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

PASTA WITH ASPARAGUS



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This is a great low-fat pasta dish. I serve it to company all the time. Serve with a fruit salad and French bread.

Provided by S. Butters

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
¼ cup chicken broth
½ pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
8 ounces angel hair pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  • Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet. Saute asparagus in the pan over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Add chicken broth and mushroom slices; cook 3 minutes more.
  • Drain pasta, and transfer to a serving dish. Gently toss pasta with asparagus mixture; sprinkle with Parmesan and crushed red pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.7 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 338.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

ASPARAGUS WITH MUSHROOMS



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This side dish is not fussy, but looks and tastes special. People say it's delicious.-Betty Jean Nichols, Eugene, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute asparagus and ginger in oil for 2-3 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Add the mushrooms, salt, sugar and pepper. Cook and stir 2-3 minutes longer or until mushrooms are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 599mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FARFALLE WITH CREMINI, ASPARAGUS AND WALNUTS



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I saw this on "Everyday Italian" yesterday and really wanted to try it, mainly because I love both mushrooms and asparagus, and have been wanting a recipe to use up some of the mascarpone cheese in our fridge! I liked it a lot, and my husband loved it. I preferred mine without walnuts, so you may want to serve these on the side. It is so quick to make that it's sure to become a regular at our house! Keep in mind, however, that this is a very mild pasta, most likely very different from what you're used to!

Provided by hepcat1

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

salt
1 lb farfalle pasta
3 tablespoons butter
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 lb cremini mushroom, thickly sliced
1 lb thin asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 cup mascarpone cheese
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
3/4 cup walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (or more to taste)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta until al dente.
  • Drain pasta but reserve 1 cup pasta water.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add mushrooms and garlic; saute about 5 minutes until tender and most of the juices have evaporated.
  • Add asparagus and saute another 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Add the farfalle to skillet; stir in the mascarpone and nutmeg and toss until cheese coats the pasta.
  • Add a bit of the pasta water at a time to moisten (you do not need to use entire cup, just put enough in to moisten to your preference).
  • Stir in 1/2 cup walnuts and season pasta with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  • Place pasta in large bowl and sprinkle with the remaining parmesan and walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.6, Fat 17.9, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 18.9, Sodium 123.9, Carbohydrate 65.3, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 4.1, Protein 17.5

CREAMY MUSHROOM PASTA



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Make this creamy mushroom pasta dish on days when you need a big bowl of comfort. Cream, parmesan, white wine, lemon zest and parsley make this a rich and flavourful dinner

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Pasta, Supper

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
1 onion , finely chopped
250g button chestnut mushroom , sliced
1 garlic clove , finely grated
100ml dry white wine
200ml double cream
1 lemon , zest only
200g parmesan (or vegetarian alternative), grated, plus extra to serve
300g tagliatelle or linguini
½ small bunch parsley , finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oil and butter in a medium saucepan. Fry the onion over a low heat for 10 mins or until softened and translucent.
  • Add the mushrooms and cook for 10 mins over a medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 2 mins. Add the wine and bring to a simmer, reduce the liquid by half.
  • Add the double cream and bring to a simmer, then add the lemon zest and parmesan. Season with salt and plenty of black pepper.
  • Meanwhile, cook the pasta following pack instructions. Reserve 100ml of the pasta water. Toss the pasta in the pan with the creamy sauce and enough of the reserved water to loosen. Stir through the parsley, divide into bowls and top with extra cheese, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 681 calories, Fat 51 grams fat, SaturatedFat 29 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 25 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium

CHICKEN PASTA WITH APPLES AND WALNUTS



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This chicken dish is loaded with apples and walnuts cooked in a rich chicken broth with goat cheese lightly seasoned with thyme and served over pasta of your choice. A nice green salad, a loaf of fresh bread and a nice glass of Pinon Noir and you have a great meal!

Provided by Crazycook in PA

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

chicken breast, boneless and skinless, cubed
3 1/3 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
1 granny smith apple, peeled, cored and diced
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add 2 TB butter and melt.
  • Add diced apple and saute until slightly browned.
  • Add walnuts to apple mixture and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add remaining 2TB butter and saute chicken pieces until brown and crispy.
  • Add apple/walnut mixture back in to chicken.
  • Add thyme and black pepper.
  • Pour in chicken broth and heat.
  • Gradually add goat cheese and cook over low heat until cheese is melted.
  • In a small measuring cup, add water and cornstarch and stir to get lumps out.
  • On medium high heat, gradually add cornstarch and constantly stir until sauce is slightly thick.
  • Serve over pasta of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 28.7, SaturatedFat 13.2, Cholesterol 49, Sodium 503.6, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 6, Protein 9.4

BAKED CHEESY PASTA WITH WILD MUSHROOMS



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A more sophisticated take on mac and cheese, this golden-topped casserole has roasted wild mushrooms for a deep, earthy character, and melted fontina for the gooey factor. You can use any kind of mushrooms here. If you can't get wild ones (also called exotic, and most of them are actually farmed), use whatever is available. The key is to roast them until they are well browned and crisp at the edges so the flavor intensifies. Serve this as a vegetarian main course or as a rich side dish to roast chicken or meats. You can assemble the casserole the day before. Just add a few minutes onto the baking time if it's cold from the fridge when you pop it into the oven.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     casseroles, pastas, main course

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound mixed wild or cultivated mushrooms, such as oyster, maitake and shiitake
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, more as needed
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, plus a few grinds
2 fresh rosemary branches
1/2 pound orecchiette, farfalle or other short pasta
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup fresh ricotta
5 ounces fontina cheese, grated (1 1/4 cups)
2 ounces Parmesan, grated (1/2 cup)
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh sage
1 garlic clove, finely grated

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 450 degrees. Trim the mushrooms and cut into 1-inch pieces. Toss with the olive oil, the salt, a few grinds of pepper and the rosemary. Spread on a large baking sheet and roast, tossing once or twice, until golden brown and crisped around the edges, 15 to 18 minutes. Discard rosemary.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for at least a few minutes less than the package directs. (You want the pasta very al dente; it will finish softening in the sauce.) Drain well.
  • Turn oven up to 500 degrees. In a large bowl, stir together the cream, ricotta, fontina, Parmesan, sage, pepper, garlic and a pinch of salt. Stir in the pasta and mushrooms. Arrange in a shallow 2-quart gratin dish or 9- by 13-inch pan. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly and browned in spots, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 383, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 367 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. This is especially important for the mushrooms, asparagus, and apples.
  • Choose the right pasta: The type of pasta you use will affect the final texture of the dish. For a heartier pasta, use a short, sturdy pasta like penne or fusilli. For a lighter pasta, use a long, thin pasta like spaghetti or linguine.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: Al dente pasta is cooked until it is just tender but still has a slight bite to it. This will prevent the pasta from becoming mushy when you add it to the sauce.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the mushrooms, asparagus, and apples, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will make them more likely to stick to the pan.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to season the dish to taste with salt and pepper. You may also want to add a pinch of red pepper flakes or grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

This pasta dish is a delicious and easy way to enjoy the flavors of spring. The combination of mushrooms, asparagus, apples, and walnuts is both unique and flavorful. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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