Herbed Pasta With Shiitake Mushrooms |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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A light pasta dish that is quick and very easy. If you are a vegetarian, the mushrooms are a great substitution for meat in a pasta dish. Ingredients:
1 lb spaghetti noodles |
1/4 cup olive oil |
2 tablespoons butter |
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes |
2 -3 garlic cloves, diced |
1/2 medium onion, chopped |
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped basil (i use freeze-dried) |
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning |
1/2 cup milk |
1/2 cup dry white wine |
6 -9 dried shiitake mushrooms |
1 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese |
Directions:
1. Soak dried shiitake mushrooms in warm water for 20-30 minute to rehydrate. Squeeze out any excess water.
2. Cook pasta according to package directions and set aside.
3. In large pan heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, mushrooms and garlic.
4. Reduce heat to medium and add butter, red pepper, Italian Seasoning, garlic, and basil. Cook about 1-2 minute to mix flavors.
5. Add wine. Cook another 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
6. Add milk and let simmer until liquid is almost evaporated.
7. Mix pasta into sauce and add a bit more milk or butter if needed to evenly coat.
8. Sprinkle with Parmigiano-Reggiano and serve.
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