Name: Gorgonzola Truffle Cream Mushrooms Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter; 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms; 1/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream; 1/4 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled; 1 tablespoon white truffle oil; Ground sage or freshly chopped sage, to taste; Ground oregano or freshly chopped oregano, to taste; Ground thyme or freshly chopped thyme, to taste; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Grated parmesan cheese, for serving

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Introduction

This Gorgonzola Truffle Cream Mushrooms recipe transforms simple mushrooms into a luxurious, creamy sauce infused with rich gorgonzola cheese and fragrant white truffle oil. It’s a perfect topping for pasta or a decadent side dish that adds elegance to any meal.

This image shows a white plate piled with creamy pasta made of short, tube-shaped rigatoni covered in a thick, white sauce speckled with green herbs. On top and around the pasta are pieces of browned, sautéed mushrooms with a slightly crispy texture. A sprig of fresh thyme stands upright in the middle of the dish as a garnish. Finely grated cheese is sprinkled over the top, along with a light dusting of black pepper. The plate rests on a surface with a white marbled texture, and a fork and knife lie beside it. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter
1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup whole milk or heavy cream
1/4 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon white truffle oil
Ground sage or freshly chopped sage, to taste
Ground oregano or freshly chopped oregano, to taste
Ground thyme or freshly chopped thyme, to taste
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Grated parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Warm the olive oil or butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 2: After 4 minutes of sautéing, season the mushrooms with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance their flavor.
Step 3: Pour in the whole milk or heavy cream and add the crumbled gorgonzola cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese melts completely, creating a smooth sauce.
Step 4: Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the white truffle oil, sage, oregano, and thyme. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as desired. For a thicker sauce, add more gorgonzola or parmesan cheese and stir until combined.
Step 5: Toss freshly cooked pasta in the saucepan until it is thoroughly coated with the creamy mushroom sauce.
Step 6: Serve plated pasta with a generous sprinkle of grated parmesan cheese on top.

Tips & Variations

For extra depth, use a mix of wild mushrooms such as shiitake, cremini, or oyster instead of just one type.
Substitute the white truffle oil with black truffle oil if you prefer a more robust truffle flavor.
To make this dish vegetarian, ensure the parmesan cheese you use is free of animal rennet.
Add a handful of fresh spinach or arugula at the end for a touch of color and freshness.

Storage

Store any leftover mushroom cream sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on low heat, stirring frequently to prevent curdling. If the sauce thickens too much upon cooling, thin it with a splash of milk or cream when reheating.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with rigatoni pasta lightly coated in a creamy sauce with green herbs mixed in, topped generously with sautéed brown mushrooms that have a slightly crispy edge, and sprinkled with finely grated white cheese and small green herb leaves. The pasta has a golden yellow color, and the sauce has a smooth, speckled texture with herbs visible throughout. The mushrooms are scattered evenly on top, providing a rich contrast in color and texture. The bowl is placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of cheese instead of gorgonzola?

Yes, you can substitute gorgonzola with other creamy cheeses like blue cheese, goat cheese, or even cream cheese, though the flavor will vary slightly.

Is white truffle oil necessary for this recipe?

White truffle oil adds a distinctive earthy aroma and depth, but if you don’t have it, you can omit it or substitute with a small amount of high-quality olive oil or mushroom-infused oil for a different flavor profile.