Description
A comforting and flavorful pasta dish made with creamy yogurt and aromatic garlic, evoking fond memories and warmth.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms, sliced (cremini or button)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté the garlic and mushrooms: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, then add sliced mushrooms and cook until golden brown.
- Create the sauce: Lower the heat, stir in the yogurt, and mix well with the mushrooms and garlic. Add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Combine with pasta: Toss the drained pasta in the skillet with the sauce, incorporating fresh herbs and adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve and enjoy: Plate the pasta and drizzle with olive oil, pairing it with salad or garlic bread.
Notes
Try adding a squeeze of lemon juice or grated cheese for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: pasta, yogurt, garlic, vegetarian, comfort food, creamy pasta