Mushroom Alfredo Pasta Recipe
If there’s one dish I could eat over and over again, it’s Mushroom Alfredo Pasta. Trust me, nothing beats the combo of earthy mushrooms and creamy, indulgent Alfredo sauce wrapped around perfectly cooked pasta.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of fettuccine or pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound fresh mushrooms sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
- For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and white pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by boiling your fettuccine in salted water until it’s al dente. Drain and set aside, but save a splash of that pasta water to help with the sauce later if needed.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic. Sauté them until golden brown, ensuring the excess liquid has evaporated. Season with salt and black pepper for added depth.
- Melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Add 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, then season to taste with salt and white pepper. Stir constantly until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the cooked pasta to the skillet with the mushrooms. Pour the Alfredo sauce over the top. Toss gently to coat all the pasta and mushrooms evenly in the rich, velvety sauce. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
- Transfer the pasta to serving bowls or plates. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, herbaceous finish. Serve immediately and enjoy every creamy bite!
Notes
- Classic Garnish: Sprinkle with extra Parmesan and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Add a Side: Serve alongside a crisp Caesar salad or a slice of garlic bread.
- Plate it Like a Chef: Use tongs to twirl the pasta into a neat mound on each plate. Garnish with parsley and maybe a drizzle of truffle oil for extra flair.