MUSHROOM AND BLACK PEPPER PASTA

Mushroom and Black Pepper Pasta image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt
8 ounces linguine
3 tablespoons salted butter
4 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced thin
3 cloves garlic, sliced thin
3/4 cup cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
Fresh parsley leaves, to garnish

Steps:

Bring a pot of water to a boil and salt generously. Add the linguine and cook for 2 minutes less than the package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta. Set the pasta and pasta water aside.
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and garlic and cook until the mushrooms have browned, about 3 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt. Add the cream and Parmesan, then bring to a simmer. Add the pasta and the pasta water and toss together, allowing the sauce to thicken, about 2 minutes. Add the black pepper and toss to distribute. Serve garnished with fresh parsley.