Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta: A Cozy Comfort Dish
A deliciously creamy pasta dish featuring caramelized leeks and mushrooms combined with Gruyere cheese.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 leeks, cleaned and sliced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Gruyere cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add leeks and mushrooms; sauté until they are caramelized.
- Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet; mix well.
- Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle in Gruyere cheese; stir until cheese is melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a light salad.
- You can substitute other types of cheese based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Caramelized Leek and Mushroom Gruyere Pasta