Shiitake Mushroom Pasta

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Lightly salt the boiling water, fold in the pasta and cook until al dente, according to package directions, about 8 minutes. Remove 1/4 cup (60 ml) of pasta cooking water from the pot and set aside.

Step 2

Heat 2 tbsp of extra-virgin olive in large pan over medium-low heat, add the shiitake mushrooms and garlic, and sautée for 10 minutes or until cooked through, adding a little pasta water if necessary, then season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 3

Drain the pasta al dente, add it to the pan with the shiitake mushrooms, pour the reserved cooking water, and sautée all the ingredients for one more minute.

Step 4

Remove the pan from the heat, stir in the creme fraiche, lemon zest and chopped parsley. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano if you like.

Step 5

Season with freshly cracked black pepper and serve immediately.