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Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta

Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta: An Easy Gourmet Delight

This Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta is a simple yet luxurious dish that combines creamy cheese, earthy mushrooms, and sweet leeks for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Fine Grater
  • Wooden spoon
  • Pasta Tongs
  • Colander
  • Chef’s Knife
  • measuring cups
  • Cutting Board
  • Heatproof Spatula

Ingredients
  

Pasta

  • 12 ounces pasta (such as fettuccine or linguine)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 medium leeks (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup dry white cooking broth (or vegetable stock)
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Salt, to taste
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions
 

Cooking Process

  • Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water before draining.
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the sliced leeks and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and golden.
  • Stir in the mushrooms and cook for another 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly browned.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the white cooking broth and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the heavy cream, reducing the heat to low, and let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Gradually stir in the Gruyere cheese, allowing it to melt completely into the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss the cooked pasta in the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve your desired consistency.
  • Sprinkle with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, grate the Gruyere cheese fresh and adjust the seasoning gradually. Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 18gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Gourmet, Gruyere, Leek, Mushroom, Pasta, Vegetarian
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