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Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta

A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring caramelized leeks and mushrooms, topped with melted Gruyere cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: French, Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz Pasta (fettuccine or tagliatelle)
Vegetables
  • 2 medium Leeks sliced thinly
  • 8 oz Mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
Dairy
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Gruyere cheese shredded
Condiments
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp Black pepper to taste
Herbs
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Caramelize the Leeks and Mushrooms
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and cook for about 10 minutes until they are soft and caramelized.
  2. Add the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and browned.
Make the Sauce
  1. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Gruyere cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the skillet after caramelizing the leeks and mushrooms.

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