Description
Indulge in a sophisticated, restaurant-quality meal right at home with this decadent Creamy Mushroom Pasta. This foolproof dish combines earthy, golden-brown cremini mushrooms with a silky, rich cream sauce infused with garlic and thyme. Enhanced with savory bits of crispy turkey bacon for a smoky depth, this comfort meal comes together in under 30 minutes, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknights or cozy dinner dates. It is a reliable, crowd-pleasing classic that brings elegance and joy to your dinner table with minimal effort.
Ingredients
12 oz fettuccine or linguine
2 tablespoons olive oil
16 oz cremini or button mushrooms, thinly sliced
4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté the chopped turkey bacon until crispy, then remove and set aside.
Add olive oil to the same skillet and cook sliced mushrooms for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
Reduce heat to medium, stir in minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and dried thyme, simmering for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Add the cooked pasta and crispy turkey bacon to the skillet, tossing to coat thoroughly.
Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of water or cream to restore the sauce consistency.
Substitutions: If you do not have turkey bacon, smoked chicken strips are a fantastic alternative for that smoky depth.
Pro Tip: Do not crowd the mushrooms in the pan so they brown properly instead of steaming.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg