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Bow Ties with Mushrooms

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A creamy mushroom bow tie (farfalle) pasta with portobello mushrooms, shiitakes, white wine, cream, black pepper, and sage.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 12 ounces bow tie pasta farfalle
  • 8 ounces portobello mushrooms coarsely chopped
  • 8 ounces shiitake mushrooms coarsely chopped
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bow ties until just al dente. Reserve a small amount of pasta water before draining.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for about 6 minutes, until softened but not browned. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Remove the onion mixture from the skillet and set aside.
  • Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet. Add the mushrooms in an even layer and cook undisturbed briefly before stirring. Cook for about 8 minutes, until the mushrooms release their moisture and the edges begin to brown.
  • Return the onion mixture to the skillet. Add the white wine and simmer until reduced by roughly half.
  • Stir in the cream, salt, and black pepper. Bring just to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until slightly thickened and able to coat the pasta.
  • Add the drained pasta and sage. Toss until evenly coated. Loosen lightly with reserved pasta water if needed. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Portobello mushrooms provide structure and browning; shiitake mushrooms add deeper savory flavor.
  • Cut the mushrooms coarsely so they remain distinct in the finished pasta.
  • The sauce should coat the pasta lightly rather than pool heavily in the bowl.
  • Fresh sage gives the cleanest finish, though dried sage works well for pantry cooking.
  • This pasta is best served immediately. It can be reheated, but the sauce will tighten after refrigeration.