Pasta with Truffles

Pasta with Truffles is a simple yet elegant dish made with penne, a light cream sauce, sautéed mushrooms, and fresh truffle shavings. The creamy base enhances the earthy richness of the truffle without overwhelming it. It’s a restaurant-worthy meal that’s surprisingly easy to make at home.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings People

Ingredients

200 g penne pasta
1 tbsp unsalted butter
150 ml double cream
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese grated
100 g chestnut mushrooms or cremini thinly sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
1 small black truffle 1 tsp truffle paste or a drizzle of truffle oil
Fresh parsley finely chopped for garnish

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne according to the packet instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a few tablespoons of pasta water.
200 g penne pasta
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5–6 minutes until golden and tender. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
100 g chestnut mushrooms, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, black pepper
Lower the heat and add the butter to the pan with the mushrooms. Once melted, pour in the double cream and stir gently to combine.
1 tbsp unsalted butter, 150 ml double cream
Stir in the Parmesan cheese and allow the sauce to simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. If needed, add a spoonful of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
Add the cooked penne to the pan and toss to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. Remove from heat.
If using truffle paste or truffle oil, stir it into the pasta now. If using fresh truffle, plate the pasta first and then shave the truffle directly over the top.
1 small black truffle
Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley and a final twist of black pepper, if desired.
Fresh parsley, black pepper
Serve immediately.

Notes

This luxurious yet straightforward pasta is perfect for special occasions or a cosy night in. The aroma of truffle, paired with a creamy backdrop and tender mushrooms, makes it a memorable and satisfying dish.

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