No-cream vegetable pasta

Mushroom Tomato Pasta

Deeply browned mushrooms and concentrated tomato give pappardelle a savoury vegetarian coating without cream.

Prep10 min
Cook25 min
Serves4
ConfidenceEasy
Pappardelle with browned mushrooms rich tomato sauce thyme and parsleyModern
Jump to recipe ↓Metric · °C · South African kitchen
Why it works

01Separate browning avoids steam.

02Reduced tomato supports broad ribbons.

03Vinegar restores brightness.

How to make Mushroom Tomato Pasta

Cook it calmly.

  1. 01

    Brown mushrooms

    Cook in two hot batches and set aside.

  2. 02

    Cook tomato

    Add garlic, paste and tomatoes and simmer 12 minutes.

  3. 03

    Bring back texture

    Return mushrooms after the sauce concentrates.

  4. 04

    Coat ribbons

    Toss with pasta water and vinegar.

Common mistakes

  • Crowding the pan.
  • Adding tomato too early.
  • Leaving ribbons in a colander.
Technique

The detail that changes the dish.

Let mushrooms colour before stirring.

About the dish

Separate browning avoids steam.

Deeply browned mushrooms and concentrated tomato give pappardelle a savoury vegetarian coating without cream.

Reduced tomato supports broad ribbons. Vinegar restores brightness.

Ingredient guide

How the ingredients carry Mushroom Tomato Pasta

Let mushrooms colour before stirring.

Brown button mushrooms are dependable; oyster mushrooms add texture when available.

Serve

At the table

Serve Mushroom Tomato Pasta when the sauce and pasta are still properly joined. Taste before adding more salt, cheese or chilli at the table.

Store and reheat

Later, if needed

Refrigerate for 4 days or freeze sauce for 2 months.

Freeze

Be realistic

Refrigerate for 4 days or freeze sauce for 2 months.

Useful answers

Frequently asked questions

What is the key technique for Mushroom Tomato Pasta?+

Let mushrooms colour before stirring.

What should I know before substituting ingredients?+

Brown button mushrooms are dependable; oyster mushrooms add texture when available.

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