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Gorgonzola Truffle Cream Mushrooms

Creamy Gorgonzola Truffle Cream Mushrooms for Elevated Pasta Night

A quick and easy Gorgonzola Truffle Cream Mushroom recipe that elevates your pasta night.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Unsalted Butter Adds richness and enhances flavor.
  • 8 ounces Sliced Mushrooms Cremini or baby bella recommended.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or Heavy Cream Using heavy cream will make it extra luxurious.
  • 4 ounces Gorgonzola Cheese (crumbled) Bold, tangy flavor; substitute with a mild blue cheese if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon White Truffle Oil Add off heat to keep its flavor intact.
For the Herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Sage Prefer fresh herbs for brighter flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Prefer fresh herbs for brighter flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Prefer fresh herbs for brighter flavors.
  • to taste Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • to taste Black Pepper Enhances overall flavor.
For Serving
  • to taste Grated Parmesan Cheese Adds a nutty finish.

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil or unsalted butter over medium-low heat. Add 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes until tender and golden.
  2. Season the mushrooms with salt and freshly cracked black pepper, and continue cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in 1 cup of whole milk or heavy cream, add 4 ounces of crumbled Gorgonzola cheese and stir over medium heat until the cheese melts into a smooth sauce.
  4. Remove from heat and drizzle in 1 tablespoon of white truffle oil along with chopped sage, oregano, and thyme. Stir to incorporate and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  5. Cook your pasta according to package instructions. Drain and add the hot pasta to the sauce, tossing gently to coat. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
  6. Plate your Gorgonzola truffle cream mushrooms over pasta and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, add Gorgonzola cheese while the sauce is warm to keep it smooth. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.

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