Mushrooms can add a wonderful earthy flavor and texture to pasta sauce. Here’s a simple recipe for a mushroom pasta sauce:
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz (225g) mushrooms, sliced (you can use any type of mushrooms you prefer)
- 1 can (14 oz/400g) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for some heat, grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook until the mushrooms are browned and any liquid released from them has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the dried oregano and basil. Stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. If you like your sauce spicy, you can also add some red pepper flakes at this point.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve the mushroom pasta sauce over cooked pasta of your choice, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
This sauce is versatile and can be customized according to your taste preferences. You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition and flavor. Enjoy your mushroom pasta sauce!
