Indulge in a flavorful, umami-packed meal with this Rustic Creamy Mushroom Pasta! A rich combination of buttery mushrooms, creamy béchamel sauce, whole grain farfalle, and a touch of thyme, ready in just 20 minutes with only seven simple ingredients. If you’re craving something comforting and bursting with flavor, this creamy mushroom pasta is the perfect dish to whip up tonight!

A Perfect Weeknight Meal

This creamy mushroom pasta is an absolute winner when it comes to quick and satisfying dinners. Using three types of mushrooms, creamy parmesan-flavored béchamel sauce, whole grain farfalle, fresh thyme, and parsley, it’s a dish that balances both taste and nutrition. Whether you’re new to cooking or a seasoned chef, this simple yet flavorful recipe will quickly become your go-to weeknight meal.

Umami Pairing Perfection

I recently stumbled upon The Vegetarian Flavor Bible by Karen Page, an incredible guide to perfecting flavor combinations. If you love cooking and want to enhance your dishes, this book is an excellent resource. Mushrooms pair beautifully with butter, thyme, and parmesan, which is why this pasta recipe uses those exact flavors. The earthy aroma of chanterelles, white mushrooms, and porcini mushrooms gives the dish a rich, umami-packed flavor that perfectly complements the chewy farfalle.

Health Benefits of Mushrooms

Mushrooms are more than just a tasty addition to this dish—they offer a range of health benefits. Packed with protein, minerals like zinc and selenium, and vitamins, mushrooms boost your immune system and offer anti-cancer properties. This dish, paired with whole grain pasta, is high in fiber, making it ideal for digestion, weight management, and overall health.

Quick and Easy Cooking Process

Begin by rinsing your mushrooms well and soaking dried porcini mushrooms for 15 minutes. Use the soaking water to boil your pasta for extra flavor! Cook the pasta according to package instructions (about 12 minutes), then sauté the mushrooms in butter, thyme, and garlic until golden brown. For the béchamel sauce, heat butter and flour in a small saucepan, add cream or milk, and cook until thickened. Stir in parmesan, salt, and pepper, then toss everything together with the pasta and mushrooms. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a beautiful finish.

The Recipe

Ingredients:

• 150 grams chanterelle mushrooms

• 150 grams white mushrooms

• 15 grams dried porcini mushrooms or 2 medium-sized fresh porcini

• 200 grams whole grain farfalle pasta

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 1-2 sprigs thyme

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 2 teaspoons flour

• 200 ml heavy cream or milk

• 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese

• 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions (about 12 minutes).

2. Rinse the mushrooms well. If using dried porcini, soak them in water for 15 minutes and use the soaking water for the pasta.

3. Slice the chanterelles, white mushrooms, and porcini (fresh). Heat 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat, then sauté the mushrooms, thyme, and garlic until golden brown (about 5 minutes).

4. In a separate small saucepan, heat the remaining tablespoon of butter, add flour, and stir constantly. Add cream or milk and cook until thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in parmesan, salt, and black pepper.

5. Combine the pasta, mushrooms, and béchamel sauce in one pan. Stir in chopped parsley and serve. Enjoy!

A Quick and Satisfying Meal

This Rustic Creamy Mushroom Pasta is not only packed with flavor but also quick and easy to make. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or entertaining guests, this recipe is sure to impress. Enjoy the richness of the mushrooms and the smooth creaminess of the béchamel sauce in every bite!