Ingredients
Serves 2–3 250 g pasta (any shape works fine) Salt for boiling the pasta 1 tbsp butter or 2 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 300 g mushrooms, sliced 1 cup cooking cream ½ cup vegetable broth or a bit of pasta water A small pinch of black pepper A small pinch of thyme Salt to taste Parmesan (optional) Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Boil the Pasta
Cook your pasta in salted water. Don’t forget to save a small cup of the boiling water before draining—it can save the sauce later if it gets too thick.
2. Start the Sauce
Melt butter in a pan. Add the onion and cook it slowly until it softens. Add the garlic—just a quick stir, enough for the smell to come out.
3. Add the Mushrooms
Throw in the mushrooms and let them cook until their water evaporates and they start to brown. This part gives the dish most of its flavor.
4. Make It Creamy
Pour in the cream and broth. Season with pepper, thyme, and salt. Let everything simmer for a couple of minutes.
If you’re using Parmesan, stir it in now—it melts and gives the sauce a smooth finish.
5. Mix It Together
Add the pasta to the pan and toss it gently. If it looks too thick, add a splash of that saved pasta water.
6. Serve
Sprinkle parsley on top. That’s it. Grab a fork and enjoy the warmth of a simple, homemade meal.
