Penne with mustard-mushroom sauce
2 servings
25 minutes
Penne with mustard-mushroom sauce is a refined dish of European cuisine that combines the tenderness of pasta with the rich flavor of mushrooms and the spicy notes of grainy mustard. Mushrooms infused with garlic, shallots, and sherry create a deep, velvety texture that perfectly complements crème fraîche and Parmesan. This dish is great for a cozy family dinner or special occasions when you want to impress guests with an unusual yet accessible culinary masterpiece. The light tang of mustard enhances the creaminess of the sauce, while fresh parsley adds brightness to the flavor. Penne with mustard-mushroom sauce is an ideal choice for those who love a harmonious blend of earthy and spicy tones in food.
1
Boil the pasta in salted boiling water until cooked. Drain.
- Penne: 250 g
2
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and sauté lightly, then add minced garlic and thinly sliced mushrooms. Mix well and sauté lightly, then add mustard and sherry. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Shallot: 3 pieces
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Fresh mushrooms: 300 g
- Wholegrain mustard: 0.5 tablespoon
- Salt: to taste
- Medium-dry sherry (amontillado): 30 ml
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
3
Cook, stirring, until the mushrooms are soft and all the liquid has evaporated. Remove from heat.
4
Add mushrooms, crème fraîche, parmesan, and parsley to the pasta. Gently mix and serve immediately.
- Fresh mushrooms: 300 g
- Creme fraiche: 0.5 glass
- Grated Parmesan cheese: 40 g
- Chopped parsley: 2 tablespoons
