Creamy Mushroom Marsala Pasta

Savor a dish of Creamy Mushroom Marsala Pasta, which is rich and savory and ideal for a big occasion or a casual evening. This recipe, which combines your favorite pasta with soft mushrooms, fragrant Marsala wine, and a smooth cream sauce, is a sophisticated but cozy dinner option. This meal is simple to prepare yet has a complex taste that will wow both your family and visitors.

Ingredients

• 250 g (½ lb) pasta (your choice)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
• 250 g (½ lb) mushrooms, sliced
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 100 ml (½ cup) Marsala wine

• 1 teaspoon wholegrain mustard
• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
• 200 ml (1 cup) vegetable stock
• 150 ml (¾ cup) double cream
• 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta : Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. Sauté the Mushrooms and Aromatics: In a large pan over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chopped shallot and cook until it softens, about 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Cook for a further five to seven minutes, or until the mushrooms have released their liquid and become golden brown, after adding the sliced mushrooms and rosemary.
4. Make the Marsala Sauce by uniformly coating the mushroom mixture with flour, which should be sprinkled on top. To get rid of the flavor of raw flour, cook for one minute. Stirring to loosen any browned pieces from the bottom and deglaze the pan, pour in the Marsala wine. Simmer until the wine slightly diminishes, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the vegetable stock, minced garlic, and wholegrain mustard and stir. After bringing to a simmer, cook for five minutes.
5. Add the Cream : Reduce the heat to low and stir in the double cream, mixing well to create a silky sauce. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly.
6. Combine Pasta and Sauce : Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the creamy Marsala sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a little reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
7. To garnish and serve, take the pan off of the burner and add some fresh parsley. If preferred, top with more black pepper and serve right away.

In conclusion
With the appropriate amount of earthy mushrooms, fragrant wine, and rich cream, you can make restaurant-caliber Creamy Mushroom Marsala Pasta in your own home. Everyone will want seconds of this spaghetti dish, whether it’s a romantic evening for two or a midweek treat.