Creamy Mushroom Gruyere Pasta For Ultimate Comfort Food
The best creamy mushroom gruyere pasta with tender pasta, buttery mushrooms, and a silky cheese sauce. A comforting homemade pasta recipe perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
12 oz pasta (fettuccine or linguine works best for texture)
2 large leeks (sliced; white and light green parts only)
8 oz mushrooms (cremini or button), sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1½ cups Gruyère cheese, shredded
½ cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Caramelize the Leeks:
In a large skillet, melt the butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced leeks and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and caramelized.
Cook the Mushrooms:
Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes until browned and tender. Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Create the Creamy Sauce:
Reduce heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Add half of the shredded Gruyère cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
Combine Pasta and Sauce:
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until fully coated. If needed, add some of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
Finish the Dish:
Stir in the remaining Gruyère cheese and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serve:
Serve immediately while warm and creamy. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
Gruyère cheese provides a nutty, rich flavor, but Swiss cheese can be used as a substitute.
Clean leeks thoroughly, as dirt often hides between the layers.
Add a splash of white wine when cooking mushrooms for deeper flavor.
For extra protein, add grilled chicken or crispy pancetta.
