Macarrão com Molho de Cogumelos

Macarrão com Molho de Cogumelos is a delightful Brazilian pasta dish featuring a creamy mushroom sauce that brings together rich flavors and a smooth texture. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this dish is both satisfying and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

• Pasta (Fettuccine or Linguine) - 160 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Onion (finely chopped) - 1 small
• Mushrooms (sliced) - 200 grams
• Heavy cream - 100 ml
• Parmesan cheese (grated) - 50 grams
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
3. Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they are browned and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the mushroom sauce.
7. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 590
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 45 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Mushrooms are a good source of B vitamins and antioxidants.
• Olive oil is rich in healthy fats and may reduce inflammation.

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