Mushroom Pasta for 2 Recipe
Description: 🍝 Perhaps you can serve this as a Valentine dish! It is good at any time. Use a good quality PURE parmesan cheese. It costs more but is worth it. Grate your own then it is really fresh and the flavor comes through.
Recipe Category: 🥦 Vegetable
Keywords: 🇨🇦 Canadian, 🩺 Low Cholesterol, 🥗 Healthy, ⏲️ < 60 Mins, 🍳 Stove Top, 🟢 Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 464.7
- Fat Content: 7.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 2.9mg
- Sodium Content: 321.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 92.3g
- Fiber Content: 13.5g
- Sugar Content: 3.5g
- Protein Content: 11.2g
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Onions | 2 |
| Garlic | 3 cloves |
| Lite olive oil | 1 tbsp |
| Portabella mushroom | 1 |
| Canned Italian tomatoes | 1 can |
| Black olives | 8 |
| Crushed red pepper flakes | 1/4 tsp |
| Penne | 2 cups |
| Other pastas | 4 cups |
| Parmesan cheese | To taste |
| Fresh basil leaf | To garnish |
Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Finely chop the onions and garlic cloves.
- Slice the portabella mushroom.
- Drain and roughly chop the black olives.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Cooking the Mushroom Sauce:
- In a skillet, heat the lite olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- Stir in the canned Italian tomatoes and sliced portabella mushroom.
- Add the reserved liquid from the canned tomatoes.
- Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Once the sauce has thickened slightly, add the chopped black olives and crushed red pepper flakes for a kick of heat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
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Assembling the Dish:
- Place the hot cooked pasta in a large serving bowl.
- Pour the prepared mushroom sauce over the pasta.
- Toss gently to combine, ensuring that the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
- Sprinkle freshly grated parmesan cheese over the pasta.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and flavor.
- Serve immediately, and enjoy your delicious Mushroom Pasta for 2!
This delightful recipe yields a flavorful and satisfying dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner for two. With the earthy richness of portabella mushrooms and the tangy sweetness of Italian tomatoes, every bite is a delight. Plus, the hint of spice from the crushed red pepper flakes adds a pleasant kick. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion like Valentine’s Day or simply craving a comforting meal, this Mushroom Pasta is sure to impress. Remember, using high-quality ingredients like pure parmesan cheese elevates the dish to new heights, making it worth every indulgent bite. Enjoy the culinary journey as you savor each forkful of this delectable pasta dish!
