Penne Al Funghi Porcini Pierce Brosnan's Fave

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of "Penne Al Funghi Porcini Pierce Brosnan's Fave," a creamy pasta dish that’s as elegant as its namesake implies. This recipe boasts tender penne pasta coated in a luscious porcini mushroom cream sauce, elevated with aromatic garlic, shallots, and a splash of dry white wine. Highlighting the earthy richness of rehydrated porcini mushrooms and the velvety finish of Parmesan cheese, this dish strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and sophistication. Quick and easy with just 40 minutes from prep to table, it’s the ideal choice for a gourmet weeknight dinner or an impressive date-night meal. Garnish with fresh parsley and pair with a crisp white wine to channel movie-star glamour right at your dining table. Perfect for fans of Italian cuisine and creamy pasta recipes, this dish will elevate your home cooking game.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g penne pasta
• 30 g dried porcini mushrooms
• 30 g unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 shallot, finely diced
• 100 ml dry white wine
• 200 ml heavy cream
• 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 120 ml reserved pasta cooking water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta until al dente according to the package instructions. Reserve 120 ml of the pasta cooking water, then drain and set the pasta aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, soak the dried porcini mushrooms in 250 ml of warm water for 10 minutes to rehydrate. Once softened, remove the mushrooms, finely chop them, and strain the soaking liquid through a fine mesh sieve to remove any grit. Set both the mushrooms and liquid aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced shallot, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped porcini mushrooms and cook for another 2 minutes. Pour in the white wine and allow it to simmer until reduced by half, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium-low and add the reserved mushroom soaking liquid, stirring well. Let it simmer for 2 minutes, then pour in the heavy cream. Cook gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6

Stir in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the cooked penne to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta cooking water until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 7

Remove from heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta. Toss gently to combine.

Step 8

Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired. Pair with a glass of dry white wine for the full Pierce Brosnan experience!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(990.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2962.3

Total Fat 143.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 316.4mg	0%
Sodium 3363.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 310.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 2.5g
Protein 80.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 619.7mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 1485.3mg	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: 45.3%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 43.4%