Creamy Miso Mushroom Pasta
Creamy Miso Mushroom Pasta is a comforting, umami-rich dish that combines silky noodles with sautéed mushrooms and a luscious cream sauce. This delightful recipe can be whipped up in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 2 cups fresh cremini or shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 tbsp white or yellow miso paste
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and garlic; sauté until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Make Sauce: Stir in heavy cream, miso paste, vegetable broth, and soy sauce into the skillet. Mix until smooth.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce and toss until evenly coated. If needed, add reserved pasta water for consistency.
- Season & Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or plant-based cream. Add seasonal vegetables like spinach or asparagus for extra nutrition. To enhance flavor, sprinkle chili flakes for a spicy kick.