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    Angel Hair Pasta with Wild Mushrooms


    Source of Recipe


    internet


    List of Ingredients


    • 9 ounces wild mushrooms, morels, shiitake, chanterelles, porcini, black trumpet, etc.
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 2 shallots, minced
    • 1 teapoon finely minced garlic
    • 1 cup chicken stock
    • 1 teaspoon chopped thyme
    • 1 pound fresh angel hair pasta
    • 2 cups trimmed arugula
    • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese plus additional as needed
    • salt
    • freshly ground pepper


    Instructions


    1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil Add a little salt and olive oil.
    2. Prepare the sauce: Depending upon the size, cut each mushroom into 2 or 3 pieces, you don't want them too small. In a large skillet, heat the oil and 1 tablespoon butter. Over medium high heat, stir in the shallots, garlic, and the mushrooms, and cook 3 to 4 minutes. Deglaze the pan with the chicken stock, sprinkle with thyme, and reduce by half.
    3. Prepare the pasta; Cook the angel hair in the pot of boiling water until al dente, about 1 minute. Drain.
    4. Finishing the sauce: To the skillet, add the arugula and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in the pasta and the 3 tablespoons grated cheese and toss to combine well. Heat thoroughly. Correct seasoning with freshly ground pepper and salt. Presentation: Divide the pasta and mushrooms evenly and mount in the center of 4 heated plates. Sprinkle lightly with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.


    Final Comments


    Serves 4

 

 

 


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