Name: Gorgonzola Truffle Cream Mushrooms Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter; 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms; 1/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream; 1/4 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled; 1 tablespoon white truffle oil; Ground sage or freshly chopped sage, to taste; Ground oregano or freshly chopped oregano, to taste; Ground thyme or freshly chopped thyme, to taste; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Grated parmesan cheese, for serving; Freshly cooked pasta (quantity as desired)

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Introduction

This Gorgonzola Truffle Cream Mushrooms recipe offers a luxurious and savory sauce perfect for elevating your pasta dishes. Creamy, earthy, and infused with fragrant truffle oil, it’s a simple yet elegant way to impress at any meal.

The dish shows a white deep bowl filled with short tube-shaped pasta in the bottom layer, colored light yellow with ridges. On top of the pasta is a thick creamy white sauce mixed with small green herb pieces spread unevenly. Scattered over the sauce are several round, brown grilled mushroom slices with slightly charred edges. Sprinkled finely across the whole dish is grated white cheese and small green herb leaves, with a light dusting of black pepper. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter
1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream
1/4 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon white truffle oil
Ground sage or freshly chopped sage, to taste
Ground oregano or freshly chopped oregano, to taste
Ground thyme or freshly chopped thyme, to taste
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Grated parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Warm the olive oil or butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 2: After 4 minutes of sautéing, season the mushrooms with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance their flavor.
Step 3: Pour in the milk or cream and add the crumbled gorgonzola cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese has fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Step 4: Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the white truffle oil, sage, oregano, thyme, and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. For a thicker sauce, blend in extra gorgonzola or parmesan cheese until the desired consistency is achieved.
Step 5: Toss freshly cooked pasta in the saucepan until thoroughly coated with the sauce.
Step 6: Plate the pasta and finish with a generous sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use heavy cream instead of milk for a richer sauce.
Swap white truffle oil with black truffle oil for a more intense aroma.
Add sautéed garlic along with the mushrooms for extra depth of flavor.
Fresh herbs can be added at the end to maintain their bright flavors.

Storage

Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently over low heat, adding a splash of milk or cream to loosen the sauce if it thickens too much.

How to Serve

The dish shows a white bowl filled with short tube pasta in pale yellow color. The pasta is covered with a creamy white sauce with green herb specks, creating a thick layer that clings to the noodles. On top, there are several pieces of cooked brown mushrooms, some with a slightly crispy edge, spread evenly across the pasta. The dish is sprinkled with small green leaves and a little grated white cheese, adding texture and contrast. A few black pepper specks are visible across the whole plate. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of mushrooms for this recipe?

Yes, you can use cremini, button, shiitake, or a mix of mushrooms for varied textures and flavors.

Is this sauce suitable for vegans?

This recipe uses dairy ingredients and cheese, so it’s not vegan. However, you can try substituting with plant-based cream and vegan cheese alternatives.