This Creamy Mushroom Pappardelle is a luxurious, earthy pasta dish, just pure mushroom flavor enhanced with garlic, herbs, and a velvety cream sauce. The wide pappardelle noodles hold the sauce beautifully, making every bite rich and comforting. This is a fully tried-and-tested recipe, perfect for cozy dinners, quick weeknight meals, or when you’re craving something creamy and satisfying.

📋 Ingredients

12 oz pappardelle pasta

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons butter

1 lb mushrooms, sliced (cremini, button, or mixed)

1 small onion, finely chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh)

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

1 cup heavy cream

½ cup chicken or vegetable broth (NO wine)

½ cup grated Parmesan

Optional: red pepper flakes, extra herbs, or parsley for garnish

🍝 Instructions

Cook pappardelle according to package directions; reserve ½ cup pasta water.

In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook 6–8 minutes until browned and reduced. Add onion and cook 3 minutes. Add garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper; cook 30 seconds.

Pour in broth and let it simmer for 2 minutes. Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Simmer on low until thick and silky, 3–4 minutes.

Add the cooked pappardelle and toss gently. Add a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Serve hot with extra Parmesan.

💡 Tips

Brown the mushrooms well for deeper flavor. Use full-fat cream for the best texture. Add spinach for a veggie boost. For a stronger mushroom flavor, use a mix like cremini + shiitake.

🍴 Details

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 30 mins

Serves: 4

Calories: ~480 per serving