Rigatoni with Mushroom Sauce
Rigatoni with Mushroom Sauce is the ultimate comfort food, perfectly blending creamy richness with earthy mushroom flavors. This dish is easy to prepare and perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings with friends. The thick rigatoni pasta holds the sauce beautifully, making each bite a delightful experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 8 oz fresh cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water for 10-12 minutes until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant and golden brown.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Gradually pour in heavy cream while stirring. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until melted and combined.
- Toss cooked rigatoni into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - Use a mix of mushrooms for added flavor depth; try shiitake or portobello. - Experiment with different cheeses or herbs to customize your sauce. - For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and omit cheese.