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Angel Hair Pasta with Wild Mushrooms

 
   
   
   
Ingredients -  
   

9 ounces Wild Mushrooms (morels, shiitake, chanterelles, porcini, black trumpet, etc. )
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
2 Shallots, minced
1 teapoon finely minced Garlic
1 cup Chicken Stock
1 teaspoon chopped Thyme
1 pound Fresh Angel Hair Pasta
2 cups trimmed Arugula
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan Cheese plus additional as needed
Salt
Fresh Ground Black Pepper

 
   
Preparation:  
   

Bring a large pot of water to a boil Add a little salt and olive oil. Prepare the sauce: Depending upon the size, cut each mushroom into 2 or 3 pieces, you don't want them too small. In a large skillet, heat the oil and 1 tablespoon butter. Over medium high heat, stir in the shallots, garlic, and the mushrooms, and cook 3 to 4 minutes. Deglaze the pan with the chicken stock, sprinkle with thyme, and reduce by half. Prepare the pasta; Cook the angel hair in the pot of boiling water until al dente, about 1 minute. Drain. Finishing the sauce: To the skillet, add the arugula and the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in the pasta and the 3 tablespoons grated cheese and toss to combine well. Heat thoroughly. Correct seasoning with freshly ground pepper and salt. Presentation: Divide the pasta and mushrooms evenly and mount in the center of 4 heated plates. Sprinkle lightly with Parmesan cheese and serve immediately. Serves 4.