Mushroom Pasta Recipe – Sharmis Passion

Mushroom pasta is a creamy and comforting dish that’s perfect for any meal. The taste of soft cooked pasta mixed with juicy mushrooms and mild spices makes it super satisfying. It is easy to make and does not require a lot of ingredients. You can make it and enjoy it as a satisfying dish. Follow step by step instructions and video to make this delicious mushroom pasta.

This pasta is a great choice when you want to make something quick but still filling. This works well for dinner, lunchbox or even when you have guests over. The sauce is creamy and cheesy, and the mushrooms add a nice flavor. It is ready in just 20-30 minutes and can be served hot straight from the pan.

About Mushroom Pasta

Mushroom pasta is a white sauce based dish made using pasta, mushrooms, cheese, butter and milk. This is one of the easiest pasta recipes and tastes almost restaurant-style. It is not spicy but is full of garlic, herbs and mushroom flavours. This is a great one-pot dish for weeknight meals or even small parties.

You can make this using any pasta you have on hand like fusilli, penne or even macaroni. Simply boil it soft, mix it with white sauce and add to cooked vegetables. White sauce is made using butter, a little flour and milk. Children also like it because it is not spicy but creamy. You can make it more delicious when served to children.

The mushrooms cook quickly and absorb the butter and spices well. It becomes rich and nutritious when mixed with pasta. You can also add capsicum, onion, corn or any other vegetable of your choice. You can also use colored bell peppers for added color. They add good flavor and texture to the dish.

When I had some mushrooms left I tried this recipe and it turned out really delicious. It became a hit at home and now I make it often, especially on lazy nights. This is a perfect casual dinner to end a weekday night.

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Mushroom Pasta Ingredients

• pasta – You can take any kind of pasta like fusilli, penne or even normal macaroni. Just add some salt and a few drops of oil to enough water and boil it. Cook until soft but do not overcook. Filter and keep aside.
• mushroom -Button mushroom works best. Clean them thoroughly and cut them thinly. It cooks fast and gives a soft juicy taste in every spoonful.
• Onion – Just chop them roughly. They add a little crunch and color. If you want, you can also use corn, carrots or some spinach leaves.
• Garlic – Cut it very finely. Garlic adds a strong flavor to the butter and enhances the flavor of the mushrooms. Try not to skip.
• butter – Used for frying garlic and vegetables. This gives a smooth, rich base for the sauce.
• Fine flour – Only one spoon is enough to make the sauce thick. Do not add too much otherwise it will taste like flour.
• Milk – Use normal full cream milk or packet milk. This gives the white sauce a creamy texture. Keep stirring while adding, otherwise lumps will form.
• grated cheese – Makes pasta more rich and creamy. Use mozzarella or any processed cheese you have. You can add more if you are making for children.
• mixed herbs -Tastes like pizza. Instead of this you can also use oregano and chili flakes.
• freshly ground black pepper – Add a small pinch. This reduces the creaminess and gives a good balance in taste.

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How to make mushroom pasta step by step

1. Pour 4 cups of water into a saucepan with salt to taste.

2. When the water starts boiling, add 1 cup macaroni pasta in it.

3. Let it cook on medium flame.

4. Cook the pasta until soft. Switch off.

5. Pour into a strainer and keep aside.

6.In a pan, add 1 tablespoon butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil and heat it. Add 1 tablespoon garlic and sauté for a few seconds.

7. Add 2 tbsp garlic, sauté until transparent.

8. Add 200 grams chopped mushrooms in it.

9.Fry on high flame. Add salt as per taste, ½ tsp black pepper powder.

10. Fry quickly, then add 1 tablespoon flour.

11. Fry quickly for a few seconds.

12.Add 1 cup milk to it.

13.Mix it well and cook until it thickens. Now add ½ teaspoon mixed herbs, 2 teaspoon grated cheese.

14. Mix it well and boil until it becomes thick and creamy.

15. Add cooked pasta.

16. Mix it well until the sauce coats the pasta.

Serve hot with grated cheese and mixed herbs. Enjoy hot!

Expert Tips

• cooking – Do not boil it for too long. It should be soft but still hold its shape. If it becomes too soft it will break and become sticky.
• Use Fresh Mushrooms – Clean them well and cut them thinly so that they cook well. Old mushrooms will not taste good and will become slimy.
• vegetables If you want, you can also add corn, baby spinach, peas or carrots to it. Makes it colorful and more healthy too.
• keep stirring – When you add milk and cheese, stir without stopping. If not, lumps may form and the texture may deteriorate.
• Cheese – If making for children then add a little extra cheese. It makes the pasta richer and creamier.
• Serve it hot – Do not wait too long after cooking. Pasta tastes best when hot and fresh. If you keep it, it may dry up.
• to cook – Fry for just a few minutes. It should become soft but not too mushy. When you eat food, you should take small bites.

serving and storage

Mushroom pasta is served hot as soon as it is cooked. You can serve it with garlic bread or soup for a complete meal. It is also good to have as a light dinner or brunch.

If it becomes dry after cooling, then add some hot milk to it and heat it lightly. Avoid keeping it for too long as the sauce may become too thick. Store any leftover pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Use it within 1 day for best taste.

general questions and answers

1.Can I use any pasta?

Yes, you can use macaroni, penne, fusilli or even spaghetti. Just boil it soft and strain it well.

2.Can I skip mushrooms?

Yes, if you don’t like mushrooms then you can replace it with other vegetables like corn, spinach or paneer.

3.Is flour mandatory in white sauce?

A little flour helps thicken the sauce. But if you want to skip, you can reduce the milk and add more cheese instead.

4.Which cheese works best?

Processed cheese or mozzarella are both good. You can also use cheddar for more flavor.

5.Can I use cream instead of milk?

Yes, but use less quantity as it makes the pasta too heavy. Milk gives better balance.

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