Welcome to a recipe that feels like a warm hug in a bowl: Spaghetti with Mushrooms. This dish is a celebration of simple, yet profound flavors, where earthy mushrooms and a rich tomato sauce come together to create a truly comforting meal. It's a versatile classic, perfect for a cozy family dinner or a quick and satisfying weeknight meal. In this version, we use opyata (honey mushrooms), which lend a unique, slightly woodsy flavor that elevates the dish from simple to special. Get ready to create a plate of pure comfort!
Spaghetti with mushrooms
Ingredients for Spaghetti with Mushrooms
- 210 g spaghetti
- 450 g frozen opyata (honey mushrooms)
- 120 g carrots
- 70 g onion
- 120 g tomatoes
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 red chili pepper
- 20 g butter
- 15 g vegetable oil
- 30 g hard cheese
- salt, spices to taste
How to Make Spaghetti with Mushrooms
Place frozen opyata (honey mushrooms) in a deep pot, add 5 g of table salt, and season to taste with a bay leaf, leek or onion, and black pepper. You can also skip the spices, as the mushroom broth will be aromatic on its own. Simmer the opyata for 45 minutes over low heat with the lid on. Then, drain the cooked mushrooms in a sieve.
Boiling frozen opyata mushrooms
Heat refined vegetable oil (odorless) in a deep frying pan, add a piece of butter, then add finely chopped onion. Pour in a tablespoon of hot water. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
Sautéing the onion
Peel the garlic cloves. Slice the hot chili pepper into rings. If you’re not a fan of spicy food, I recommend removing the seeds and membranes from the chili.
Add the chili and garlic to the sautéed onion.
Adding chili pepper and garlic
Make a cross-shaped incision on the tomatoes. Place them in boiling water for half a minute, then cool them in a bowl of ice water and peel off the skin. Finely chop the peeled tomatoes and add them to the pan. Sauté for about 7-8 minutes.
Slicing the peeled tomatoes
When the tomatoes have turned into a nearly smooth puree, add coarsely grated carrots and the boiled opyata. Salt to taste and cook for 15-20 minutes.
Adding boiled opyata mushrooms and grated carrots to the pan
While the sauce is cooking, boil the spaghetti until done. A standard serving of spaghetti for an adult is 60-90 g. Pour 2.5 liters of boiling water into a large pot and add 2 teaspoons of salt. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions.
Putting the spaghetti on to boil
Drain the cooked spaghetti in a colander, reserving a few tablespoons of the pasta water in the pot.
Draining the cooked pasta in a colander
Add the mushroom sauce to the pasta and mix well. You can add a little more butter; it will only make the dish better.
Mixing the spaghetti and vegetables
Sprinkle the finished spaghetti with mushrooms with grated cheese and serve hot.
Sprinkle the spaghetti with mushrooms with cheese and serve
And there you have it—a beautiful and flavorful plate of Spaghetti with Mushrooms, ready to be enjoyed! This dish is wonderful as is, but feel free to customize it. A sprinkle of fresh parsley or a drizzle of truffle oil can add an extra layer of flavor. Serve it hot, perhaps with a side of fresh salad and some crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. We hope this recipe brings warmth and joy to your table. Enjoy your meal, or as they say in Italy, Buon Appetito!
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