Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta, a delightful dish that combines sweet caramelized leeks and earthy mushrooms enveloped in a creamy Gruyere cheese sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, ensuring a satisfying meal that even non-vegetarians will love. With its rich flavor profile and creamy texture, this vegetarian pasta is not only a delicious comfort food but also an elegant addition to your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces 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 stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté leeks until soft and caramelized (5–7 minutes), then add mushrooms and cook until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic for another minute.
- Deglaze the skillet with broth, then stir in heavy cream, simmering until slightly thickened. Gradually add Gruyere cheese while stirring until melted.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 320g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg