Mushroom Sauce Salsa Di Funghi Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Mushroom Sauce Salsa di Funghi, a rich and flavorful alternative to traditional tomato-based pasta sauces. Inspired by the authentic Italian cooking of Maryanne Esposito (Ciao Italia!), this recipe pairs perfectly with whole wheat fettuccine. A little goes a long way, making enough sauce for 1 lb of pasta. Experience the incredible depth of flavor as earthy mushrooms mingle with savory pork sausage and creamy cheese, creating a truly unforgettable Italian feast!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 1184.2 kcal
Protein 85g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mushroom Sauce Salsa Di Funghi

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How to Make Mushroom Sauce Salsa Di Funghi

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add 2 minced cloves of garlic and cook until softened, about 1 minute.
  2. Add 1 pound of sliced cremini mushrooms to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until they release their liquid and begin to brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Transfer the cooked mushrooms to a bowl and set aside.
  4. Add 1/2 pound of Italian pork sausage (casings removed) to the same pan. Break it up with a fork and cook, crumbling it as it browns, until cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the sausage seems dry, add a teaspoon of butter to the pan.
  5. Return the mushrooms to the pan and stir to combine.
  6. Cover the pan and keep warm over low heat.
  7. Cook the 1 pound of whole wheat fettuccine according to package directions. Drain the pasta and add it to the pan with the sausage and mushroom mixture.
  8. Stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Toss quickly over medium-high heat until heated through and the sauce is creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
  9. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

168g

Carbs

39g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion Sauces Main Dish Condiments Etc Pasta Pork Vegetables Easy European Beginner Cook Potluck Dinner Party Romantic Italian Stove Top Comfort Food Mushrooms Meat Pork Sausage Pasta Rice And Grains Spaghetti Taste Mood To Go Equipment Presentation Served Hot