
Pappardelle & Mushrooms Recipe
House made pappardelle, w/local organic mushrooms tossed w/ parmesan, leeks, in a garlic butter sauce and a touch of white truffle oil
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce & Toppings
Main Ingredient
Method
Making the Pappardelle
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and crack the eggs into the well.
- 2
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- 4
Roll Out the Dough
After resting, divide the dough into four pieces. Roll out each piece using a pasta machine or a rolling pin until it's about 1/8 inch thick.
- 5
Cut the Pappardelle
Cut the rolled dough into wide strips (about 1 inch) to create pappardelle. Dust with flour to prevent sticking.
Preparing the Sauce
- 6
Sauté the Leeks and Garlic
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add sliced leeks and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until soft. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 7
- 8
Finish the Sauce
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and allow it to melt. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and a splash of pasta cooking water to create a creamy sauce. Season with black pepper to taste.
Cooking the Pasta
- 9
Boil the Pappardelle
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pappardelle and cook for about 3-4 minutes or until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- 10
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pappardelle to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired sauce consistency.
Serving
- 11
Plate the Dish
Divide the pappardelle among serving plates. Drizzle with white truffle oil, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- 12
Serve and Enjoy
Serve immediately, and enjoy your homemade pappardelle with mushrooms!