Cavatappi with Browned Mushrooms, Kale & Lemon Parmesan
A sophisticated vegetarian pasta with golden-browned mushrooms, wilted kale, and tender cavatappi wrapped in garlic, lemon, and parmesan. It feels luxurious and earthy, with lots of texture and a spring-forward finish.
Ingredients
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Felicetti Organic Cavatappi8 oz $5.49
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Kroger® Sliced White Mushrooms BIG DEAL!10 oz $6.00
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Kale Lettuce Bunch1/2 bunch, stems removed and leaves chopped $2.49
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Kroger® Yellow Onion 3 lb Bag1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced $3.99
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Garlic3 cloves, minced $1.50
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Fresh Lemons Bag1/2 lemon, zested and juiced $4.99
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Parsley1 tablespoon, chopped $1.89
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Pantry olive oil2 tablespoons
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Pantry butter1 tablespoon
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Pantry grated parmesan1/3 cup
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Pantry kosher saltto taste
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Pantry black pepperto taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook 8 oz cavatappi until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook until deeply golden, 5 to 6 minutes.
- Add onion and cook until softened, then stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add chopped kale with a pinch of salt and cook until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Stir in butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and a splash of pasta water.
- Add the drained cavatappi and toss well. Add parmesan and more pasta water as needed to make a silky coating.
- Finish with parsley and black pepper. Serve in warm bowls with extra parmesan on top.
Cook time: 40 minutes
Estimated cost: $12-16
Health notes: Serves 2. Vegetable-forward and hearty, with good fiber and moderate richness.
Drink pairing: A textured white like Chardonnay works beautifully, or try Pinot Noir if you want a red with mushroom-friendly earthiness.