Creamy Mushroom Gruyere Pasta for Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe
This Creamy Mushroom Gruyere Pasta combines tender caramelized leeks and sautéed mushrooms in a rich, cheesy Gruyere cream sauce. Paired with perfectly cooked fettuccine or linguine, it’s the ultimate comfort food dish that’s both indulgent and satisfying, perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
Vegetables
- 2 large leeks (white and light green parts only, sliced)
- 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms (sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Dairy & Fats
- 1.5 cups Gruyere cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasonings & Garnish
- Salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley (chopped, optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- Caramelize Leeks: In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter with the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and cook, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes until they are softened and caramelized to a light golden brown.
- Sauté Mushrooms and Garlic: Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes until they release their moisture and begin to brown. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Create Creamy Sauce: Reduce the heat to low. Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle half of the shredded Gruyere cheese into the skillet. Stir continuously until the cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the creamy mushroom sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach desired consistency.
- Finish and Season: Stir in the remaining Gruyere cheese, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve: Plate the pasta immediately and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use freshly grated Gruyere cheese rather than pre-shredded.
- If Gruyere is unavailable, Swiss cheese can be a substitute but alters the flavor slightly.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining as it helps to adjust the sauce’s consistency perfectly.
- Make sure to caramelize the leeks slowly to bring out their natural sweetness.
- This dish is best enjoyed immediately but can be reheated gently on the stovetop with a splash of cream or water.
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