Meal Kit

Mushroom Cavatappi and Parmesan Cream

with crispy onions and ricotta

Prep & Cook Time: 25-35 min.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Spice Level: Not Spicy

Cook Within: 7 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat

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  • Vegetarian

What is there to say about creamy ricotta? It hails from all the way back in the Bronze age, it's used in both desserts and savory meals, and it tops this easy-to-make, easier-to-love pasta with aplomb. But it's not the only delight in this dish: the Parmesan sauce is decadent and melds perfectly with the tart tomatoes and rich mushrooms. Crispy onions bring the crunch, but nothing tops the ricotta (literally and figuratively!). You'll be adding dollops to all your plates of pasta from now on. Tip: Make quick work of mincing garlic by smashing the whole clove with the side of your chef's knife. Then rock the knife back and forth, keeping the tip steady by resting your other hand over the top.

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • 8 oz. Cremini Mushrooms
  • Info
    6 oz. Cavatappi Pasta
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    4 oz. Light Cream
  • 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
  • 2 oz. White Cooking Wine
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    2 oz. Ricotta
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    1 oz. Grated Parmesan
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    1 oz. Crispy Fried Onions
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
Contains: Sulfites
Food intolerance information

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    710
  • Carbohydrates
    84g
  • Net Carbs
    79g
  • Fat
    31g
  • Protein
    24g
  • Sodium
    1270mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Medium Pot
  • 1 Colander
  • 1 Large Non-Stick Pan

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F

Customize It Instructions

  • Meat lovers! Cook protein before vegetables, in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat with 2 tsp. olive oil. If using shrimp, pat dry. Cook until shrimp reach a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 2-3 minutes per side. If using steak strips, separate into a single layer and pat dry. Season all over with a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir occasionally until no pink remains and steak strips reach a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 4-6 minutes. Add proteins to pasta as desired.

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    Once water is boiling, add pasta and cook until al dente, 10-12 minutes.

    Reserve 1/2 cup pasta cooking water. Drain pasta in a colander. Set aside.

    While pasta cooks, prepare ingredients.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Cut mushrooms into 1/4" slices.

    Halve tomatoes.

    Mince garlic.

  3. 3

    Cook the Vegetables

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.

    Add mushrooms and 1/4 tsp. salt to hot pan and stir occasionally until lightly browned, 4-5 minutes.

    Add garlic and tomatoes and stir occasionally until tomatoes are blistered, 1-2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Make the Sauce

    Add white wine to pan and cook until liquid is almost completely evaporated, 30-60 seconds.

    Add reserved pasta cooking water, cream, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper. Bring to a simmer. Once simmering, stir occasionally until slightly thickened, 2-3 minutes.

    Add Parmesan and stir occasionally until incorporated, 1-2 minutes.

    Remove from burner.

  5. 5

    Finish the Dish

    Stir pasta into pan until combined. Taste, and add a pinch of salt and pepper, if desired.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, garnishing with crispy onions and ricotta. Bon appétit!

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