Mushroom Ragu
If you’re in search of a warm and inviting dish that brings everyone together, our Mushroom Ragu is just what you need! This rich and hearty sauce, featuring a delightful blend of fresh vegetables and earthy mushrooms, is perfect for dressing up your favorite pasta or creamy polenta. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining friends. With its comforting aroma filling your kitchen, you’ll find that this Mushroom Ragu is not just a meal but an enjoyable culinary experience that will become a staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 large stalk celery
- 3 cloves garlic
- ½ teaspoon rosemary
- 3 bay leaves
- ½ cup tomato paste
- 2 pounds mixed mushrooms (white and brown)
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
- 12 ounces pasta (optional)
Instructions
- Coarsely chop the mushrooms and set aside. Chop the onion, carrots, and celery.
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped vegetables for about 5 minutes. Add garlic, rosemary, bay leaves, and tomato paste; sauté for another 3 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped mushrooms along with salt and black pepper. Cook on medium-high heat for about 20 minutes until moisture evaporates. Add balsamic vinegar and mix well.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Toss cooked pasta into the mushroom ragu with a splash of reserved cooking water before serving warm topped with fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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