Nightcrawler's Delight

Embark on a culinary adventure with Nightcrawler's Delight, a rich and creamy pasta dish that's perfect for cozy evenings. This decadent recipe features tender spaghetti or linguine tossed in a luscious garlic and cremini mushroom cream sauce, elevated by the bright notes of white wine and Parmesan cheese. A crispy, golden panko breadcrumb topping infused with zesty lemon and fresh parsley adds an irresistible crunch and a burst of flavor to every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gourmet-style meal is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Whether you're a lover of earthy mushrooms or creamy pasta dishes, Nightcrawler’s Delight promises a satisfying plate that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for mushroom pasta lovers, quick dinner ideas, and pasta recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp butter
• 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 16 oz cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 cup white wine
• 1.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti or linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Stir in the mushrooms and cook until softened and golden brown, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 5

Deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the wine reduce by half, about 3 minutes.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Let the sauce simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 7

Mix in the Parmesan cheese, stirring until fully melted and incorporated. Adjust seasoning to taste and add red pepper flakes if desired.

Step 8

In a small pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add the panko breadcrumbs and toast until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the lemon zest and chopped parsley. Set aside.

Step 9

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the mushroom cream sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce as needed.

Step 10

Serve the pasta in bowls, garnished generously with the garlic-worm crumb (toasted panko mixture). Sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your Nightcrawler’s Delight!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1627.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2981.0

Total Fat 206.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 518.7mg	0%
Sodium 3964.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 16.3g
Protein 62.1g	0%

Vitamin D 38.5IU	0%
Calcium 900.2mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 2603.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.1%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 22.7%