Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Mushroom Pasta

Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Mushroom Pasta

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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Serve: Dish up the pasta and finish with a final grating of Parmesan. Serve hot and enjoy!
Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Mushroom Pasta
Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Mushroom Pasta

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

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Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Mushroom Pasta

Course: 5 Ingredients Recipes
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

15

minutes
Calories

402

kcal

Creamy 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.

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