Monza
Indulge in the creamy, comforting flavors of Monza, a pasta dish that brings gourmet Italian-inspired cooking right to your kitchen. Tender penne or fettuccine is perfectly coated in a luxurious sauce made from caramelized onions, earthy mushrooms, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. The addition of garlic infuses the dish with a rich, aromatic depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finishing touch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe offers a quick yet indulgent dinner option that’s ideal for weeknights or special occasions. Whether served as a standalone main course or alongside a crisp green salad, Monza is guaranteed to impress with its irresistible creaminess and bold, savory flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 250 grams mushrooms, sliced
- 200 milliliters heavy cream
- 100 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet or pan over medium heat.
Add the sliced onion and cook, stirring frequently, for 8-10 minutes until caramelized and golden brown.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
Reduce the heat to low, then pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently to combine.
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss gently to coat it evenly with the sauce.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta and give it a final toss.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.3 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.9 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 4302 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.2 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 74.0 g | 148% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1216 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1357 mg | 29% | |
*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.
