Creamy Mushroom Pasta

Ingredients

• 8 ounces uncooked pasta ((I like fettuccine or linguine))
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (sliced thin)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/3 cup dry white wine
• 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon flour
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
• Salt & pepper (to taste)
• Fresh parsley (chopped, to taste)
• Freshly grated parmesan cheese (to taste (optional))

Instructions

1. 1

   Boil a large, salted pot of water for the pasta and cook it al dente according to package directions.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, add the butter and oil to a skillet over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Add the mushrooms and garlic to the pan and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until the mushrooms release most of their water and it's cooked off.

4. 4

   Take the mushrooms out of the pan and set aside.

5. 5

   Add the wine, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, flour, and Dijon mustard to the pan. Stir until it becomes a smooth paste.

6. 6

   Stir in the cream and let it simmer for a couple of minutes.

7. 7

   Add the mushrooms back into the pan. Reduce the heat and cook for a few more minutes until the sauce has thickened up a bit. Season sauce with salt & pepper as needed.

8. 8

   Drain the pasta and toss it with the sauce along with the parsley and parmesan if using.