Description
Creamy Brown Butter Mushroom Pasta earthy mushrooms sautéed in nutty brown butter, tossed with garlic, herbs, and a silky cream sauce. A cozy, rich pasta dish that feels gourmet but comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
12 oz (340g) fettuccine or linguine
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp olive oil
12 oz (340g) cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
1/2 cup reserved pasta water
1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Continue cooking until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma (about 3–4 minutes).
3. Add olive oil and sliced mushrooms. Cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are golden and have released their moisture.
4. Add garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine. Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
6. Add cooked pasta to the skillet along with Parmesan and reserved pasta water, tossing to coat evenly.
7. Add lemon juice if using and adjust seasoning to taste.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan before serving warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine when cooking the mushrooms.
Use mixed mushrooms like shiitake or oyster for a more complex taste.
Make it vegan by using plant-based cream and vegan butter.
Pairs beautifully with garlic bread or a crisp green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: brown butter mushroom pasta, creamy mushroom pasta, vegetarian pasta, easy dinner, gourmet comfort food