Authentic Martin Guitar-Style Creamy Mushroom Pasta
Rich mushroom pasta with a 'true' vintage flavor profile, echoing the 'authentic' craftsmanship of Martin's 1920s guitar series. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 40 minutes pairs pasta, cremini mushrooms, minced shallot for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 680 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms
- 1/2 cup, minced shallot
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Step 2: While pasta cooks, melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup minced shallot and cook for 2 minutes until softened, then add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms. Sauté for 7 minutes until mushrooms release liquid and brown slightly.
- Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup white wine and simmer for 3 minutes until reduced by half. Stir in 3/4 cup heavy cream and 1 tbsp fresh thyme, simmering gently for 4 minutes until sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Step 4: Add drained pasta to skillet along with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan. Toss vigorously for 1 minute until cheese melts and sauce coats every strand.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic Martin Guitar-Style Creamy Mushroom Pasta take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Authentic Martin Guitar-Style Creamy Mushroom Pasta?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pasta from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Martin Guitar-Style Creamy Mushroom Pasta?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Authentic Martin Guitar-Style Creamy Mushroom Pasta for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Authentic Martin Guitar-Style Creamy Mushroom Pasta?
Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
