Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Pasta with Gruyere. This delectable dish features sweet, caramelized leeks, earthy mushrooms, and rich Gruyere cheese, creating a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a cozy café in Paris. Perfect for date nights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe promises to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 medium leeks, sliced
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup shredded aged Gruyere cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- Clean and slice the leeks thoroughly to remove grit. Slice the mushrooms evenly.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; add pasta and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add leeks and sauté until soft. Stir in mushrooms and garlic; cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Reduce heat to low, then add shredded Gruyere cheese until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Toss drained pasta into the skillet with vegetables and cheese sauce. Mix well, adding reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- Season with salt and pepper; garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg