Pasta in Creamy Béchamel Mushroom Sauce
By Zeina Haddad
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Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Pasta in Creamy Béchamel Mushroom Sauce.
There is nothing quite as satisfying as a homemade white sauce done right. This recipe takes a classic French Béchamel and elevates it with the earthy, savory depth of browned fresh mushrooms. Unlike a standard Alfredo, this sauce starts with a buttery roux and milk, seasoned perfectly with hints of nutmeg, allspice, and white pepper.
The magic happens when we finish the sauce with a cup of heavy cream, creating a velvety, luxurious texture that clings to every bite of pasta. In under 30 minutes, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor, be it a sophisticated vegetarian dinner or a hearty weeknight meal.
Why this recipe works
Deep Flavor: Browning the mushrooms first concentrates their juices before the milk is added.
Velvety Texture: The combination of a flour-butter roux and heavy cream ensures the sauce is thick and smooth, never runny.
Perfectly Spiced: The addition of nutmeg and white pepper cuts through the richness of the cream.
In this recipe we used Rotini Pasta, but really, you can use any pasta kind to your liking; the brand we use is Barilla.
🍝 If you like pasta recipes, try our Spaghetti in Creamy Lemon Sauce.
🍚 If you like recipes with Béchamel, try our Lasagna with Bolognese Sauce and Béchamel.
5 Tips for the Perfect Creamy Mushroom Béchamel
💡 5 Tips for the Perfect Creamy Mushroom Béchamel
- 1. Cook the Flour (The Roux): When you add the flour to the butter and mushrooms, stir for at least 1–2 minutes. This "cooks out" the raw flour taste and ensures a nutty, savory flavor.
- 2. Whisk to Prevent Lumps: When pouring in the milk, whisk continuously. Keep the sauce moving until it comes to a gentle boil to smooth out any lumps.
- 3. The "Spoon Test": Dip a wooden spoon into the sauce and run your finger down the back. If the line stays clean and doesn't run, the sauce is ready.
- 4. Don't Skip the Nutmeg: Fresh nutmeg is the secret weapon! It adds warmth that cuts through the richness of the cream.
- 5. Brown the Mushrooms Well: Ensure mushroom juices evaporate completely and they turn golden. Wet mushrooms will make your sauce watery and grey.
Pasta in Creamy Béchamel Mushroom Sauce
🍴 Main Course
🌍 French-Italian
Yields:
6 servings
A rich and comforting pasta dish featuring earthy browned mushrooms in a velvety homemade béchamel and cream sauce. Simple ingredients, restaurant-quality flavor.
Ingredients
Instructions
1.
Slice mushrooms and brown them in a non-stick pot until their juices dry up.
2.
Add butter, then flour, and stir for 1–2 minutes.
3.
Add milk, bring to boil, then lower heat, and stir until lightly thickened.
4.
Season with salt and spices then add cream.
5.
Return to boil and simmer covered for 6–10 minutes.
Nutrition
per serving:
Calories: 480 Kcal | Fat: 20 g | Saturated Fat: 12 g | Carbs: 65 g | Fibers: 3 g | Sugar: 4 g | Protein: 14 g | Sodium: 250 mg
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
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