This Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Mushroom Pasta is a creamy and flavorful dish that’s quick to prepare. With just a few simple ingredients like mixed mushrooms and Parmesan, you can create a rich, comforting meal in no time. I made it on a weeknight when I had barely 30 minutes, and it turned out so delicious, it felt like a restaurant dinner. (inspired by Jamie Oliver)
Ingredients Needed
- 150 g dried trofie or fusilli pasta
- 2 cloves garlic
- 250 g mixed mushrooms
- 25 g Parmesan cheese
- 2 heaped tablespoons half-fat crème fraîche
How To Make Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Mushroom Pasta
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a pan of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the packet instructions. Before draining, save a mug of the starchy cooking water.
- Prep the Garlic and Mushrooms: Peel and finely slice the garlic. In a large non-stick frying pan, heat ½ tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Sauté the Mushrooms: Tear up any larger mushrooms and toss them into the pan with the garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 8 minutes, stirring regularly, until golden and slightly crisp.
- Finish the Sauce: Add the cooked pasta straight into the pan using tongs or a slotted spoon. Pour in a splash of reserved pasta water. Grate in most of the Parmesan, then stir in the crème fraîche. Mix everything until coated and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve: Dish up the pasta and finish with a final grating of Parmesan. Serve hot and enjoy!

Why I Love This Recipe
This is one of my favorite no-fuss, all-flavor dinners. The mushrooms give it a deep, umami richness, and the crème fraîche adds a creamy tang that balances the cheese perfectly. It’s one of those dishes where you don’t miss meat at all—and cleanup is minimal.
Recipe Tips
- Use fresh mushrooms for best flavor and texture
- Save pasta water—it helps loosen and enrich the sauce
- Grate your Parmesan fresh for maximum melt and taste
- Add extra garlic if you’re a garlic lover
- Stir gently when combining to avoid breaking the mushrooms
How To Store This Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Mushroom Pasta
- Refrigerate: Let the pasta cool to room temp, then transfer to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Freeze: Not recommended—the sauce and mushrooms may lose texture when thawed.
- Reheating:
- Microwave: 1–2 minutes on high, stir halfway through
- Stove: Medium heat with a splash of water or crème fraîche, stir until hot
- Oven: 350°F (175°C), 10–15 minutes in a covered dish with a bit of water
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- What mushrooms work best?
Try a mix of cremini, button, and shiitake for great flavor and texture. - Can I use regular cream instead of crème fraîche?
Yes, but it will be richer and slightly thicker. - What if my sauce is too thick?
Add a bit more pasta water and stir well to loosen.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 402
- Total Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5.7g
- Sugars: 3.7g
- Salt: 0.8g
- Protein: 16.8g
- Carbohydrates: 58.1g
- Fiber: 3.6g
Try More Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Recipes:
- Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Sausage Pasta
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- Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Lamb Kofta
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Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Mushroom Pasta
Course: 5 Ingredients Recipes4
servings5
minutes15
minutes402
kcalCreamy mushroom pasta with garlic, Parmesan, and crème fraîche—this five-ingredient meal is rich, quick, and full of earthy flavor.
Ingredients
garlic cloves
250 g mixed mushrooms
25 g Parmesan
2 tbsp half-fat crème fraîche
Directions
- Cook pasta, reserve cooking water.
- Sauté garlic in oil, add mushrooms, season, cook 8 min.
- Add pasta, Parmesan, crème fraîche, and a splash of pasta water.
- Stir until creamy. Serve with more Parmesan.