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CARAMELIZED LEEK AND MUSHROOM GRUYERE PASTA

Caramelized leek and mushroom gruyere pasta

Indulge in this cozy caramelized leek and mushroom gruyere pasta, rich and creamy with a delightful touch of earthy flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces pasta (such as fettuccine or linguine)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium leeks (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup dry white cooking broth (or vegetable stock)
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Salt, to taste
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Instructions
 

prepare the pasta

  • Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water before draining.

cook the vegetables

  • Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  • Caramelize the Leeks: Add the sliced leeks and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and golden.
  • Sauté the Mushrooms: Stir in the mushrooms and cook for another 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly browned.
  • Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

make the sauce

  • Deglaze the Pan: Pour in the white cooking broth and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream, reducing the heat to low, and let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Incorporate Gruyere: Gradually stir in the Gruyere cheese, allowing it to melt completely into the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

combine and serve

  • Mix with Pasta: Toss the cooked pasta in the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve your desired consistency.
  • Garnish: Sprinkle with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 4servingsCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 18gFat: 20g
Keyword comfort food, gruyere, indulgence, leek, mushroom, pasta
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