Ingredients
– 12 ounces spaghetti
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
– 4 to 6 garlic cloves, chopped
– Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste
– 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese, plus extra for serving
– 2 to 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh parsley leaves
Instructions
1-First Step: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
2-Second Step: Clean and slice the mushrooms evenly to ensure uniform cooking. Mince the garlic for aromatic flavor.
3-Third Step: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sautΓ© briefly until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4-Fourth Step: Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes until mushrooms release moisture and turn golden brown. Season with salt and pepper.
5-Fifth Step: Cook the spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve 2/3 cup of pasta water and drain the pasta. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender and browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Add chopped garlic along with salt and pepper, and cook for an additional minute to release flavors.
6-Sixth Step: Add the drained pasta to the skillet, along with the grated cheese and reserved pasta water. Toss everything well with tongs until a sauce forms and coats the pasta.
7-Seventh Step: Stir in fresh parsley and serve immediately. For the best results, use fresh mushrooms instead of canned for better flavor and texture.
Last Step:
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π§ Reserve pasta water when cooking to help create a creamy, well-adhered sauce.
π Use fresh, sliced mushrooms for the best flavor and texture.
π΄ Choose long pasta noodles like spaghetti, as they hold the sauce better than short pasta.
π§ Pecorino Romano cheese adds a robust flavor; substitute with Parmesan if needed.
βοΈ Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.
π« Avoid rinsing pasta after cooking to preserve starch that helps sauce cling.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: SautΓ©ing and Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1 cup
- Calories: 456
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 236mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 13mg
