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Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta

Creamy Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta Bliss

Discover the delightful Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta, a vegetarian dish that's quick, comforting, and sophisticated.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Vegetarian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Fettuccine or penne or gluten-free varieties
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Gruyere cheese Swiss cheese can be substituted
  • 1 cup Heavy cream or half-and-half or non-dairy alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for a lighter option
For the Vegetables
  • 2 Leeks sliced into thin rings
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms cremini or shiitake are great choices
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt & Pepper for enhancing flavor

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot for boiling pasta

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep all ingredients: Wash and slice leeks and mushrooms, measure cheese and cream.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and caramelize leeks with salt for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Add mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for an additional 5-7 minutes until tender.
  4. Reduce heat, add cream, and stir in Gruyere cheese until melted and thickened.
  5. Cook pasta in boiling salted water, drain, and toss with the sauce, using reserved pasta water as needed.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with extra Gruyere or fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a lighter dish, adjust creaminess by adding reserved pasta water gradually. Fresh herbs enhance flavor.

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