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Gorgonzola Truffle Cream Mushrooms

Gorgonzola Truffle Cream Mushrooms: A Luxurious Pasta Sauce

Enjoy a rich and creamy Gorgonzola Truffle Cream Mushrooms sauce that elevates any pasta dish into a gourmet experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Unsalted Butter Adds richness and serves as a base for sautéing.
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms (Cremini, White Button, Baby Bella, Shiitake) Pick your favorite variety.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or Heavy Cream Creates a creamy texture for the sauce.
  • 4 ounces Gorgonzola Cheese (crumbled) Infuses robust, tangy flavor.
  • 1-2 teaspoons White Truffle Oil Add off the heat to preserve its delicate essence.
  • to taste Fresh or Ground Herbs (Sage, Oregano, Thyme) Adds aromatic notes.
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • for serving Grated Parmesan Cheese Adds a savory touch to complete the dish.
For Serving
  • 12 ounces Pasta (any short shape like penne or rigatoni) Ideal for the sauce to cling to.
  • to taste Fresh Spinach (optional) Incorporate near the end of cooking.

Equipment

  • large saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil or unsalted butter over medium-low heat.
  2. Once hot, add 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Season mushrooms with salt and black pepper after 4 minutes, stirring to coat.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of whole milk or heavy cream, add crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, and stir until melted.
  5. Remove from heat and drizzle in 1 to 2 teaspoons of white truffle oil, stirring gently.
  6. Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain, and toss with creamy sauce.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Add more cheese for a thicker sauce. Always add white truffle oil off the heat to maintain its flavor. Use short pasta shapes for best adherence.

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