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Mushroom in cream sauce

This quick, delicious, creamy mushroom sauce is a perfect dish to throw together on a busy week night. Experiment with different mushroom variations when the season allows.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Basics
Keyword: creamy, mushroom
Servings: 4 portions

Ingredients

  • 300 grams pasta uncooked
  • 300 grams mushroom - seasonal if you can
  • 2 shallots
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 250 ml cream
  • 100 g cheese grated
  • 200 g creme cheese
  • 3 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 200 ml pasta water

Instructions

  • Cook and drain pasta according to the package, save 200ml of the pasta water to add to the sauce later, if needed.
  • While the pasta is cooking, prepare the mushroom sauce.
  • Slice the mushrooms and shallots.
  • Add some oil to a frying pan and add the mushroom and shallots. Let fry together until the mushrooms start to release its liquid, no more than five minutes.
  • Mince the garlic and add to the pan, along with the oregano and salt. Fry for another minute, make sure the garlic doesn’t burn.
  • Add cream, grated cheese, creme cheese and Dijon mustard to the frying pan and stir together until the cheese has melted and you have a smooth sauce. If the sauce seems to thick for your liking, add some of the saved pasta water, stir again.
  • Add in the pasta and cover with the sauce.
  • Serve with a side of these roasted broccoli [link] for some greenery.

Notes

Exchange the cream for regular milk for less fat.