Mushroom Fettuccine Alfredo (Printable Version)
Silky fettuccine noodles smothered in a creamy mushroom and parmesan sauce with herbs. Great for a fancy dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
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450 g fettuccine pasta
→ Sauce
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225 g cremini mushrooms, sliced
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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15 ml extra virgin olive oil
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45 g unsalted butter
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16 g unbleached all-purpose flour
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30 ml dry white wine or white wine vinegar
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240 ml vegetable broth
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240 ml skim milk
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80 g parmesan cheese, freshly shredded
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0.5 g fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
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0.5 g fresh oregano, finely chopped
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 60 ml pasta water, then drain thoroughly.
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Heat olive oil with 15 g butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced cremini mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender and juices are released.
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Add minced garlic to the skillet and stir for 1 minute until aromatic. Pour in white wine or vinegar and scrape up any fond from the bottom of the pan.
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Add remaining 30 g butter. Once melted, sprinkle in flour and stir continuously for 2 minutes to form a smooth paste.
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Gradually whisk in vegetable broth to maintain a lump-free mixture. Stream in skim milk, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 3–4 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Lower heat to minimum. Stir in shredded parmesan until fully melted and sauce is smooth. Add thyme and oregano. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Transfer drained fettuccine to the skillet. Toss with sauce to coat evenly. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water, adding a tablespoon at a time as needed.
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Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
# Additional Notes:
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For the silkiest sauce, reserve pasta water and incorporate gradually until the desired consistency is reached.