Fettuccine With Wild Mushrooms
Indulge in the earthy flavors of wild mushrooms and savory pancetta with this delightful fettuccine dish. With a fragrant blend of shallots, herbs, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, this recipe is a comforting and luxurious meal for two. Enjoy the rich and satisfying flavors of this elegant pasta, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 Tbs. olive oil
- 1 1/2 oz. pancetta, chopped
- 3 large shallots, sliced
- 2 tsp. minced fresh thyme or rosemary
- 1/2 to 3/4 lb. wild mushrooms, such as chanterelles, shiitake and/or cremini, sliced
- Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 6 oz. dried or 9 oz. fresh egg fettuccine
- 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- Chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large fry pan over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the pancetta and sauté until brown, about 2 minutes. Add the shallots and thyme and sauté until the shallots begin to brown, about 4 minutes. Add the mushrooms, season with salt and pepper and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the broth and simmer until syrupy, about 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot three-fourths full of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta, stir well and cook until just tender, about 8 minutes for dried pasta or 4 minutes for fresh.
- Drain the pasta and add to the mushroom mixture. Stir over medium heat until coated, then stir in the cheese. Taste and adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper. Divide the pasta between 2 warmed shallow bowls. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately. Serves 2.
- <b>Quick Tips:</b> Use authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano for the best flavor. This pasta is a great vehicle for chanterelle mushrooms, but more affordable shiitake or cremini mushrooms are also delicious. For best results, use fettuccine made with egg; it will be tender and silky after cooking.
- Adapted from Williams-Sonoma <i>Weeknight Fresh &amp; Fast,</i> by Kristine Kidd (Williams-Sonoma, 2011).
Yield
Serves 2.
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