Date Night Mushroom Fettuccine is a simple yet luxurious dish that only needs five ingredients to make! Here’s how you can whip it up:
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of butter, divided
- 2 cloves of fresh minced garlic, or a pinch of garlic salt if that’s what you have
- 16 ounces of fresh sliced mushrooms—add more if you’re a mushroom lover!
- 1 cup of heavy whipping cream
- 1 pound of fettuccine
- 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup of the water you cooked the pasta in
- 1 teaspoon of salt, adjust to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Start by cleaning your mushrooms thoroughly.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and add the garlic and mushrooms. Sauté them until the mushrooms are soft and have a nice, deep brown color. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
- Pour in the cream and add the remaining butter. Let this simmer gently on low heat.
- Meanwhile, cook the fettuccine in a large pot following the package instructions. Remember to save a cup of the pasta water before you drain it.
- Toss the hot fettuccine back into the pan and pour the creamy mushroom sauce over it. Use tongs to mix everything together nicely.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and add the reserved pasta water bit by bit until you achieve the desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve right from the stove and enjoy it piping hot. Don’t forget to top it with some parsley for that extra touch of flavor.
Pro Tips:
- If you forget to save some pasta water, just use regular water.
- The longer the fettuccine sits, the more water it may need to stay creamy.
- For an extra gourmet touch, drizzle a bit of truffle oil over the finished dish.
This dish is perfect for a cozy, romantic dinner at home. Enjoy your cooking and the delicious meal!
