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Creamy Pasta with Mushrooms and Caramelized Onions 7

Easy Creamy Pasta

Camila Benitez
A classic Italian recipe, this creamy pasta with mushrooms is simple to make and delicious. It's good as the main entrée or a side dish. Fresh mushrooms are used in the recipe, although frozen mushrooms can also be used.  Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. This recipe pairs perfectly with Garlic Bread and Cesar salad or Garden Salad. It serves about 6-8 people.
5 from 3 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Healthy, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 8- ounce containers of sliced mushrooms (white, cremini, or a mix)
  • 1 large onion , halved and thinly sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves , minced
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 2 teaspoons knorr chicken-flavored bouillon
  • 12 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
  • cup full-fat sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro or Italian parsley , chopped
  • ½ small bunch green onion , thinly sliced
  • ½ cup fresh shredded Parmesan

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add one tablespoon of salt, drizzle a little bit of extra virgin olive oil and the pasta and cook according to the directions on the package. Set aside 1-½ cups of the pasta cooking water before you drain the pasta.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons of extra olive oil in a large wide pot over high heat. Add the mushrooms, toss well and saute for about 5 minutes over high heat, then turn down to medium heat as the mushrooms begin to develop some color and the water from them evaporates. Remove the mushrooms from the pan.   Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the onions to the pan and toss well. Saute another 10 minutes until the onions are golden brown. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Add the mushrooms to the pan and stir in the paprika, chicken bouillon, and ground black pepper. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the pasta, ¾ cup cooking water, sour cream, and vinegar to the mushroom-onion mixture. Toss until the pasta is well coated and slightly saucy, gradually adding the remaining cooking water as needed.
  • Add about half each of the cilantro, green onion, and shredded Parmesan cheese to the pasta and toss; taste and season with salt and pepper, if necessary. Divide among bowls and top with the remaining cilantro, green onion, and shredded Parmesan. Enjoy our Delicious Creamy Pasta with Mushrooms and Caramelized Onions. Enjoy!

Notes

How to Store & Re-Heat 
  • To store: Allow any leftovers to cool completely before transferring them to an airtight container. Place the container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
  • To reheat: Warm it on the stovetop or use a microwave when reheating. If using the stovetop, add a splash of water or broth to a pan and gently heat the pasta over medium heat, stirring occasionally until heated.
If using a microwave, transfer a portion of the pasta to a microwave-safe dish, cover it with a damp paper towel to retain moisture, and heat in short intervals, stirring in between, until it reaches the desired temperature. Check the consistency and add a splash of water or sauce if needed. Remember to taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary before serving. 
Make-Ahead
This Creamy Pasta without the cheese can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated, covered for up to 2 days. Reheat over a stovetop over medium heat until heated (adding a splash of water if needed). Add the grated cheese before serving. Alternatively, you can heat it in the microwave.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Creamy Pasta
Amount per Serving
Calories
372
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
15
g
23
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
25
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
8
g
Cholesterol
 
15
mg
5
%
Sodium
 
323
mg
14
%
Potassium
 
467
mg
13
%
Carbohydrates
 
50
g
17
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
14
g
28
%
Vitamin A
 
657
IU
13
%
Vitamin C
 
13
mg
16
%
Calcium
 
129
mg
13
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.

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