Creamy Mushroom Tagliatelle

This Creamy Garlic Mushroom Tagliatelle is rich, comforting, and full of classic Italian flavour. The mushrooms become beautifully golden while the Parmesan and cream create a silky sauce that coats every strand of pasta perfectly. It is a simple family meal that feels both cosy and satisfying without requiring a long list of ingredients.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings Portions

Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

400 g tagliatelle
350 g chestnut mushrooms sliced
3 cloves garlic crushed
300 ml double cream
80 g Parmesan cheese freshly grated

Larder Essentials:

Instructions

Bring a large saucepan of salted water to the boil. Add the tagliatelle and cook until tender according to the packet instructions. Reserve a small cup of pasta water before draining.
400 g tagliatelle
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. Stir occasionally until the mushrooms soften and turn golden around the edges.
2 tbsp olive oil, 350 g chestnut mushrooms
Add the crushed garlic to the pan. Stir well and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Do not allow the garlic to brown too much.
3 cloves garlic
Pour the double cream into the pan and stir gently. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened.
300 ml double cream
Add most of the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted into the sauce. Season with salt and plenty of black pepper.
80 g Parmesan cheese, Salt, Black pepper
Add the drained tagliatelle to the frying pan. Toss everything together until the pasta becomes fully coated in the creamy mushroom sauce.
If the sauce feels too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it slightly.
Divide the pasta between serving bowls and scatter over the remaining Parmesan cheese before serving.

Equipment

Notes

Serving Suggestions:

Serve with warm garlic bread.

Add a crisp green salad on the side.

Sprinkle with chopped parsley for extra freshness.

Pair with grilled chicken for a heartier meal.

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