Name: Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 ounces pasta (such as fettuccine or linguine); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 medium leeks (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced; 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 cup dry white cooking broth (or vegetable stock); 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Salt, to taste; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Description

A delightful pasta dish combining rich flavors of leeks and mushrooms with creamy Gruyere cheese, perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests.

Ingredients

Scale

12 ounces pasta (such as fettuccine or linguine)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium leeks (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup dry white cooking broth (or vegetable stock)
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Salt, to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced leeks to the skillet, stirring frequently until they soften and become caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are tender, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Pour the broth into the skillet and bring it to a simmer.
After a couple of minutes, stir in the heavy cream and let it cook for 2-3 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the Gruyere cheese until melted and creamy.
Season with black pepper and salt to taste.
Gently fold in the cooked pasta to coat it in the sauce.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

To achieve perfect caramelization without burning, maintain medium heat and stir the leeks regularly. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days; reheat gently.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Sauteing and Mixing
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: pasta, vegetarian, gruyere, leek, mushroom, comfort food