Creamy Skillet Penne With Mushrooms And Asparagus

Name: Creamy Skillet Penne With Mushrooms And Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 10 ounces sliced white mushrooms; salt; ground black pepper; 1 shallot, minced; 1/2 ounce dried porcini mushrooms, rinsed and minced; 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 3 1/2 cups water; 1 cup heavy cream; 8 ounces penne; 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch lengths; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
10 ounces sliced white mushrooms
salt
ground black pepper
1 shallot, minced
1/2 ounce dried porcini mushrooms, rinsed and minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
6 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 1/2 cups water
1 cup heavy cream
8 ounces penne
1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch lengths
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

1
Heat the oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over med-high heat until shimmering.
2
Add in white mushrooms and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook until mushrooms are browned, about 8 minutes.
3
Stir in shallots, porcini, and thyme; cook until shallot has softened, about 1 minute.
4
Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
5
Stir in wine and simmer until almost dry, about 1 minute.
6
Stir in the water, cream, and penne; increase heat to high and cook, stirring often, until penne is almost tender and liquid has thickened, 12-15 minutes.
7
Add in asparagus and cook until tender, about 3 minutes.
8
Take pan off heat; stir in cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste; serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 10 ounces sliced white mushrooms, salt, ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Creamy Skillet Penne With Mushrooms And Asparagus falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!