Creamy Mushroom Bow Ties
Indulge in the comforting embrace of Creamy Mushroom Bow Ties, a delightful pasta dish that brings together tender farfalle, a medley of earthy mushrooms, and a luxuriously rich Parmesan-infused cream sauce. This recipe features the perfect blend of white button and baby bella mushrooms, sautéed to golden perfection with garlic and enveloped in a velvety roux-based sauce made with heavy cream and broth. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan wonder is ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for a dinner party. Serve piping hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly comfort meal or a vegetarian-friendly favorite (with veggie broth), this pasta dish is sure to satisfy with its creamy texture and bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz bow tie pasta (farfalle)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz white button mushrooms, sliced
- 8 oz baby bella (cremini) mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bow tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
2. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and shimmering.
3. Add the sliced white button mushrooms and baby bella mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are browned and have released their moisture.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
5. Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and garlic, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
6. Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable broth, making sure the mixture remains smooth. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
7. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, then season with salt and black pepper. Cook on low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
8. Add the cooked bow tie pasta to the skillet, tossing it gently to coat in the creamy mushroom sauce. If needed, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency of the sauce.
9. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Serve the Creamy Mushroom Bow Ties hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
745 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.5 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 97 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 1177 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 23.2 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 592 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
