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Brown Butter Mushroom Pasta: A Delicious Recipe Guide

A delicious and easy recipe for Brown Butter Mushroom Pasta, featuring sautéed mushrooms and a rich brown butter sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces pasta fettuccine or spaghetti
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 8 ounces mushrooms cremini or button, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma, about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are browned and tender.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine. If the pasta seems dry, gradually add reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Toss well to combine.
  7. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken or shrimp to the pasta before serving.
  • Swap out the mushrooms for other vegetables like spinach or asparagus for a different flavor profile.

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