Creamy Mushroom Pasta with Burrata Recipe
Creamy Mushroom Pasta with Burrata is a rich and comforting Italian-inspired dish featuring sautéed cremini mushrooms in a luscious butter and cream sauce, complemented by the fresh and creamy texture of burrata cheese. This recipe combines earthy flavors with silky pappardelle pasta, enhanced by aromatic thyme and optional truffle oil for a gourmet touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Mushrooms and Sauce
- 10 oz Cremini Mushrooms (pre-washed and sliced)
- 4 tbsp Butter
- 2 Shallots (minced)
- 5 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 4 Sprigs Fresh Thyme (or 1/4 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 cups Beef Broth (or chicken/vegetable broth as substitute)
- 2/3 cup Heavy Cream (or half and half/whole milk for a lighter alternative)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta
- 16 oz Pappardelle pasta
Toppings and Garnish
- 1–2 Balls Burrata cheese
- Truffle Oil or Truffle Salt (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Butter and Cook Mushrooms: Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and fragrant. Add the sliced cremini mushrooms and cook until their liquid evaporates, about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Sauté Aromatics and Add Broth: Add the minced shallots, minced garlic, and thyme leaves to the skillet. Stir for about 2 minutes until fragrant, then pour in the beef broth. Allow the broth to reduce by half, approximately 12 minutes, concentrating the flavors.
- Add Heavy Cream and Reduce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine with the mushroom mixture. Continue to cook and reduce the sauce by half over about 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the Pasta: Prepare the pappardelle pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Remove the mushrooms from the sauce and set them aside. Strain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the sauce. Toss or stir to coat the pasta evenly. Add some reserved pasta water gradually if the sauce needs loosening.
- Serve with Burrata and Mushrooms: Transfer the creamy mushroom pasta to a serving dish. Place the burrata cheese on top and break it open so its creamy interior flows over the pasta. Spoon the cooked mushrooms on top. Drizzle with truffle oil if using and garnish with extra thyme. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- You can substitute beef broth with chicken or vegetable broth to suit dietary preferences or availability.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half and half or whole milk; keep in mind the sauce will be less rich.
- Truffle oil is optional but adds a luxurious earthy aroma; alternatively, use truffle salt to season.
- Be sure to reserve pasta cooking water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
- Fresh thyme is preferred for optimal flavor, but dried thyme works as a convenient substitute.
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