Serious Pappardelle with Wild Mushroom Ragù
Wide ribbons of pasta tossed in a luxurious, earthy sauce made from a slow-simmered ragù of wild mushrooms and aromatic herbs. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 45 minutes pairs pappardelle pasta, olive oil, large, finely chopped onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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 pappardelle pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large, finely chopped onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 8 oz, sliced mixed wild mushrooms
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup, freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz pappardelle and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 large finely chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 3 minutes until softened.
- Step 3: Add 8 oz sliced mixed wild mushrooms and cook for 8-10 minutes until mushrooms release liquid and turn golden.
- Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and simmer for 2 minutes until reduced by half, then stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream and cook for 2 minutes until thickened.
- Step 5: Add drained pappardelle to skillet along with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water and 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan. Toss vigorously for 1-2 minutes until sauce coats pasta strands.
- Step 6: Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Serious Pappardelle with Wild Mushroom Ragù take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 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 Serious Pappardelle with Wild Mushroom Ragù?
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 pappardelle pasta from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Serious Pappardelle with Wild Mushroom Ragù?
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 Serious Pappardelle with Wild Mushroom Ragù 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 Serious Pappardelle with Wild Mushroom Ragù?
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
- ★★★★★
Added this to my weekly meal rotation. So satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
