Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta, a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. With sweet, caramelized leeks and sautéed mushrooms enveloped in a creamy sauce, this pasta recipe is perfect for family dinners or special occasions. Its rich taste and velvety texture will impress your guests while being easy enough for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fettuccine or linguine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium leeks, sliced
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté leeks until softened (5-7 minutes). Add mushrooms and cook until tender (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in vegetable broth; simmer for 3 minutes. Add heavy cream and mix well.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, using reserved pasta water if needed. Stir in the Gruyere cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg