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Indulge in Creamy Gruyere Pasta with Sweet Caramelized Leeks and Savory Mushrooms

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A creamy pasta dish featuring leeks, mushrooms, and Gruyere cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces of pasta (your choice)
  • 1 cup of Gruyere cheese, grated
  • 2 large leeks, cleaned and sliced
  • 8 ounces of mushrooms, sliced (any variety works)
  • 3 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and caramelize the leeks for 10 minutes.
  3. Add mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, and add Gruyere cheese until melted.
  6. Toss the pasta with the sauce, adding pasta water if needed.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Feel free to use any pasta type you prefer.
  • This dish can be made vegetarian by ensuring the cheese is rennet-free.
  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 625
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 36g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg