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A beautifully plated Truffle Pasta Recipe, featuring creamy fettuccine with sautéed mushrooms, fresh parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese. A rich and earthy dish, elegantly garnished for a gourmet dining experience.

Easy Truffle Pasta Recipe

Silky fettuccine Truffle Pasta Recipe tossed with golden mushrooms in a rich Parmesan cream sauce. Ready in 40 minutes.Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Serves 4
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Course: dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Keyword: Truffle Pasta Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $19

Equipment

  • Large pot for cooking pasta
  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Cheese grater
  • Truffle shaver (if using fresh truffles)
  • Wooden spoon or tongs for tossing
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

For the Pasta

  • 1 pound 450g fettuccine or tagliatelle
  • 1 pound 450g mixed mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, or button), sliced
  • 4 tablespoons butter divided
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 shallots finely diced
  • ½ cup white wine optional
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup pasta water reserved
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare Pasta

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil
  • Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente
  • Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining
  • Drain pasta and set aside

Cook Mushrooms

  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
  • Add mushrooms and cook until golden brown (8-10 minutes)
  • Season with salt and pepper
  • Remove mushrooms and set aside

Make Sauce

  • In the same pan, add remaining butter
  • Sauté shallots until softened (2-3 minutes)
  • Add garlic and cook until fragrant (1 minute)
  • Add white wine if using, simmer until reduced by half
  • Add heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened
  • Return mushrooms to the pan

Finish Dish

  • Add cooked pasta to the sauce
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese
  • Add pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency
  • Toss until pasta is well coated
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve

  • Garnish with fresh parsley
  • Top with additional grated Parmesan
  • Serve immediately

Notes

  • Choose a mix of mushrooms for more complex flavor
  • Don't overcrowd mushrooms while cooking to ensure proper browning
  • Save pasta water - it's crucial for achieving the perfect sauce consistency
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting and flavor

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 75g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 480mg | Potassium: 580mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 855IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 220mg | Iron: 3.2mg