Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340 g) of your favorite pasta (tagliatelle, fettuccine, or pappardelle work well)
- 1 cup of shredded Gruyere cheese
- 3 large leeks, cleaned and sliced into thin rings
- 8 oz (225 g) of fresh mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, or button), sliced
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup of dry white wine or vegetable broth
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and cook slowly for 15-20 minutes until golden and tender. Season with a pinch of salt.
- In a separate skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 8-10 minutes until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper. Combine with caramelized leeks and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, then reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain.
- Deglaze the skillet used for the mushrooms and leeks with white wine or vegetable broth, scraping up browned bits. Reduce the liquid by half over medium heat.
- Add shredded Gruyere cheese gradually, stirring until melted. Thin with reserved pasta water if needed. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing gently. Add caramelized leeks and mushrooms, mixing well.
Notes
- Use a good quality Gruyere cheese for extra flavor.
- Feel free to add a sprinkle of fresh herbs like thyme or parsley at the end for added freshness.
- If you prefer a richer sauce, stir in a splash of heavy cream or extra butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 480 Kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg