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Farfalle Pasta with Mushroom Rose Sauce

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Farfalle Pasta with Mushroom Rose Sauce is a creamy, savory, and satisfying pasta dish featuring golden sautéed mushrooms and a tomato-cream ‘rosé’ sauce. It’s rich in flavor and simple enough for any night of the week.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz farfalle pasta (bow-tie pasta)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 8 oz mushrooms (cremini or white), sliced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water (as needed)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook farfalle pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender.
  3. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in tomato sauce and stir to combine. Let simmer for 5–7 minutes to slightly thicken.
  5. Reduce heat to low and slowly stir in cream. Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until smooth and rosy in color.
  6. Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. Use reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce to desired consistency.
  7. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir in Parmesan cheese, if desired.
  8. Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use coconut milk or cashew cream for a vegan version.
  • Deglaze mushrooms with a splash of white wine for extra flavor.
  • Add spinach, zucchini, or bell peppers for more veggies.
  • Great with penne, rigatoni, or fusilli if farfalle isn’t available.

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