Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta, a delightful dish that combines sweet caramelized leeks with earthy mushrooms and rich Gruyere cheese. This creamy pasta is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a satisfying meal in just 35 minutes. With its versatile nature, you can easily customize this recipe to suit your preferences or pantry ingredients. Get ready to impress your loved ones with a bowlful of warmth and flavor that will leave everyone smiling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta (fettuccine or linguine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium leeks (sliced)
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup cooking broth (or vegetable stock)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté sliced leeks until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Add mushrooms and garlic; cook until tender.
- Pour in cooking broth and cream; let simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in Gruyere cheese until melted.
- Mix drained pasta into the sauce, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water as needed. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg