Description
Indulge in a creamy and flavorful Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta that transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable dish. This recipe combines the sweetness of caramelized leeks with the earthiness of mushrooms, enveloped in a rich Gruyere cheese sauce. Perfect for cozy family dinners or entertaining friends, this pasta dish is quick to prepare and can be adapted to suit your taste preferences. Whether enjoyed as a main course or paired with a fresh salad, this delightful recipe will surely become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta (fettuccine or linguine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium leeks, thinly sliced
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté leeks until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add mushrooms and garlic; cook until mushrooms are tender.
- Stir in vegetable broth and heavy cream; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in Gruyere cheese until melted and creamy.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce; season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg