Melissa Jo's Mediterranean Pasta

Step 1

sauté the mushrooms in a separate small pan in butter and season with salt & pepper

Step 2

bring a large pot of water to boil. add salt once it's boiling and then cook the pasta according to the directions on the box

Step 3

in a large skillet sauté the onions until translucent in butter and olive oil

Step 4

season the onions with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper

Step 5

add the garlic and sauté about 1-2 minutes

Step 6

add the tomatoes, artichokes, and olives (sauté another 5 minutes or so)

Step 7

drain out all of the liquid that the mushrooms created in the pan and discard. Then, add the mushrooms to the skillet. (check for seasoning and add more salt and pepper)

Step 8

add garlic powder

Step 9

add the fresh basil and parsley

Step 10

deglaze the pan with white wine (let the alcohol cook out before adding next ingredients. About 2 minutes)

Step 11

add the pasta water

Step 12

simmer for about 5 minutes

Step 13

add the pasta into the skillet

Step 14

incorporate all together and mix

Step 15

top with Pecorino Romano cheese and cracked black pepper

Step 16

garnish with more basil

Step 17

SERVE and ENJOY!!