Tube-Shaped Pasta with Wild Mushrooms
4 T. olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1 pound of assorted mushrooms (chanterelles, porcini, etc.), cut into large pieces
2 T. fino sherry
1 T. parsley, chopped
1/2 pound tube-shaped pasta (such as rigatoncini or penne)
1 1/2 ounces Parmigiano-reggiano, freshly grated
Salt and pepper
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Toss in about 3 T. of salt. Meanwhile, pour 1 T. of the oil into a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and onions. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until the onions are translucent. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside. Pour another T. of olive oil to the now empty skillet, turn the heat to high, and then add the mushrooms. Season with salt. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes. Pour the sherry in to deglaze the skillet. Scrap the bottom with a wooden spoon, dislodging any browned bits. Cook for 2 minutes. Toss in the parsley, reduce the heat to medium-low. While the mushrooms are cooking, start the pasta. Cook according to package instructions, subtracting about a minute off the finished time. When ready, scoop out about a quarter C. of the pasta water and set aside. Drain the pasta and then immediately toss with the mushroom sauce. Add the water if it needs to be more substantial. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
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