CREAMY PASTA WITH CRISPY MUSHROOMS

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Supermarkets would have you believe it's always mushroom season. It is-for white buttons, maybe. But the first cool fall days bring feathery maitakes, meaty oysters, and other flavorful varieties worth seeking out at the farmers' market. Whichever one you pick, all they'll need is a quick sear in a hot pan before being tossed into a creamy pasta sauce.

Provided by Andy Baraghani

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Pasta     Mushroom     Vegetarian     Parmesan     Milk/Cream     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb. mixed mushrooms (such as maitake, oyster, crimini, and/or shiitake), torn into bite-size pieces
Kosher salt
2 medium shallots, finely chopped
1 lb. spaghetti or bucatini
1/2 cup heavy cream
Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
1/3 cup finely chopped parsley
2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1/2 cup), plus more for serving
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large pot over medium-high. Cook half of mushrooms in a single layer, undisturbed, until edges are brown and starting to crisp, about 3 minutes. Give mushrooms a toss and continue to cook, tossing occasionally, until all sides are brown and crisp, about 5 minutes more. Using a slotted spoon, transfer mushrooms to a plate; season with salt. Repeat with remaining 2 Tbsp. oil and mushrooms and more salt.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and return all of the mushrooms to the pot. Add shallots and cook, stirring often, until shallots are translucent and softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until very al dente, about 2 minutes less than package directions.
  • Using tongs, transfer pasta to pot with mushrooms and add cream and 1 cup pasta cooking liquid. Increase heat to medium, bring to a simmer, and cook, tossing constantly, until pasta is al dente and liquid is slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
  • Remove pot from heat. Add lemon zest and juice, parsley, butter, 1/2 oz. Parmesan, and lots of pepper and toss to combine. Taste and season with more salt if needed.
  • Divide pasta among bowls and top with more Parmesan.

Nelisiwe Madlems
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This pasta dish was delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the crispy mushrooms were the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Nabeel Nazar
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This pasta dish was a bit too rich for my taste. The sauce was very heavy and the mushrooms were a bit greasy. I think I would have enjoyed it more if I had used a lighter sauce and sautéed the mushrooms instead of frying them.


daquan ballard
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the crispy mushrooms. I will definitely be making this dish again for future parties.


Sonia Torres
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the mushrooms were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. I served it with a side of roasted broccoli and it was a delicious meal.


Jack Deacon
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This pasta dish was just okay. The sauce was a bit too heavy for my taste and the mushrooms were a bit bland. I think I would have enjoyed it more if I had used a different type of mushroom, like shiitake or oyster mushrooms.


baniez bea
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I'm not a huge fan of mushrooms, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the mushrooms were crispy and not too chewy. I would definitely make this dish again.


Gwan Jeong-ho
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This pasta dish is a new favorite in our house! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the crispy mushrooms add a really nice touch. I also love that it's easy to make - I had dinner on the table in under 30 minutes.


sunny Yadav
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The sauce was bland and the mushrooms were tough. I think I would have enjoyed it more if I had used a different type of mushroom, like shiitake or oyster mushrooms.


Brian Ngubane
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I also love that it's so versatile - I've added different vegetables and proteins to it depending on what I have on hand. It's a great weeknight meal that the whole family wi


George Sarfo
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This pasta dish was a bit too rich for my taste. The sauce was very heavy and the mushrooms were a bit greasy. I think I would have enjoyed it more if I had used a lighter sauce and sautéed the mushrooms instead of frying them.


Apsara Sara
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the crispy mushrooms. I will definitely be making this dish again for future parties.


Deelasha Lamsal
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the mushrooms were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. I served it with a side of roasted broccoli and it was a delicious meal.


Faizan Jan
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This pasta dish was okay. The sauce was a bit too heavy for my taste and the mushrooms were a bit bland. I think I would have enjoyed it more if I had used a different type of mushroom, like shiitake or oyster mushrooms.


Manisha Tharu
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of mushrooms. But I'm so glad I did! The mushrooms were crispy and flavorful, and they paired perfectly with the creamy sauce. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Loly games
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a winner. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the crispy mushrooms add a really nice touch. I also like that this recipe is easy to customize - I've added different vegetables and proteins


Omar Anas
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The kids loved the crispy mushrooms and the adults enjoyed the creamy sauce. It was also really easy to make - I had dinner on the table in under 30 minutes.


Abrham Kassahun
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I'm a huge fan of creamy pasta dishes and this one definitely did not disappoint! The sauce was rich and flavorful, while the crispy mushrooms added a nice crunch. I also love that this recipe is so versatile - I added some grilled chicken and sun-dr


b games
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This creamy pasta with crispy mushrooms was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors and textures was spot on, with the creamy sauce perfectly complementing the crispy, savory mushrooms. I highly recommend this recipe for a quick and easy week