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A bowl of medium pasta shells coated in a white garlic cream sauce with sautéed mushrooms and green parsley.
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Creamy Garlic Mushroom Shells

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 485kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 oz medium pasta shells
  • 1 lb cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 tsp sal t
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente.
  • While the pasta cooks, heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until browned and moisture has evaporated.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and thyme, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta shells.
  • Add the cooked shells and Parmesan cheese to the skillet, tossing to coat thoroughly.
  • Adjust the sauce consistency with the reserved pasta water if necessary.
  • Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.