Exploring the underground world of mushrooms. Get out of the button mushroom routine and try the different varieties. They pair perfectly with earthy herbs like sage and thyme! And well, you know Tipsy...Gotta have the white wine!
Succulent Shrimp Pasta And Peas With Mushrooms And Fresh Herbs
Ingredients
1 Lb. pasta (white or wheat)
1 Lb large shrimp
4 C. mushrooms (crimini, shitaki, and portabello)
3 C chopped onion
2 C chopped red, yellow, orange bell peppers
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp. fresh sage
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
1/2 C white wine
1/3 C chicken stock
1/2 C heavy cream
salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Blanche peas for approximately 5 to 10 minutes so they are still bright green and just tender. Set aside.
Cook pasta according to box directions.
Saute onions, peppers, and mushrooms in olive oil. Add wine to deglaze pan for about 5 to 7 minutes. Pour in chicken stock. Add shrimp. Cook approximately 5 minutes until pink. Add herbs and salt and pepper. Add cream. Then toss in pasta. Sprinkle with fresh grated parmesan cheese.
I've acquired quite a taste for mushrooms over the last couple of years so I'm exploring different recipes and alcohol pairings. What are your favorite mushroom recipes? I'd love to try them!
