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Mushroom and Tomato Pasta

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A cozy dish combining sautéed mushrooms, fresh tomatoes, and perfectly cooked pasta, all in a light sauce bursting with flavor.

  • Author: recipesinc
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Grated parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes, until they start to soften.
  3. Stir in the garlic, halved cherry tomatoes, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes are juicy and the garlic is fragrant.
  4. Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
  5. Taste the pasta and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve hot, topped with grated parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

For additional flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes for heat or substituting vegetables based on seasonality.

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