Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta: A Cozy Indulgence
A comforting pasta dish combining sweet caramelized leeks, savory mushrooms, and melted Gruyere cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 grams pasta
- 2 leeks, sliced
- 250 grams mushrooms, sliced
- 150 grams Gruyere cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Add leeks and sauté until caramelized, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in mushrooms and garlic, cooking until mushrooms are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper, then combine with drained pasta.
- Stir in grated Gruyere cheese until melted.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine while cooking the mushrooms.
- This dish can be topped with additional cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 400 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 66 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
Keywords: Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta