Gorgonzola Truffle Cream Mushrooms Recipe
Gorgonzola Truffle Cream Mushrooms is a rich and indulgent sauce featuring sautéed mushrooms in a creamy blend of gorgonzola cheese, white truffle oil, and aromatic herbs. This decadent sauce pairs perfectly with pasta, creating an elegant and flavorful dish that’s quick to prepare.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Sauce
- 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)
Instructions
- Sauté Mushrooms: Warm the olive oil or unsalted butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Season Mushrooms: After approximately 4 minutes of cooking, season the mushrooms with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance their natural flavors.
- Create Cream Base: Pour in the whole milk or heavy cream, then add the crumbled gorgonzola cheese. Stir continuously over low heat until the cheese fully melts, forming a smooth and creamy sauce.
- Finish the Sauce: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the white truffle oil along with your choice of fresh or ground sage, oregano, and thyme to taste. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. For a thicker sauce consistency, blend in extra gorgonzola or some parmesan cheese until desired thickness is reached.
- Combine with Pasta: Toss freshly cooked pasta directly in the pan with the mushroom cream sauce until the pasta is fully coated and well mixed.
- Serve: Plate the coated pasta and finish with a generous sprinkle of freshly grated parmesan cheese before serving for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs if possible for a brighter, more aromatic flavor.
- Adjust the amount of truffle oil carefully to avoid overpowering the dish.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and cheese with plant-based alternatives.
- This sauce is best served immediately to enjoy the creamy texture at its peak.
Keywords: Gorgonzola sauce, truffle cream mushrooms, creamy mushroom sauce, pasta sauce, truffle oil, easy Italian sauce
