Tagliatelle with mushrooms, tarragon and lemon
This week the wonderful souls from Solum Fram have harvested us some incredibly fragrant and fresh mexican tarragon. Tarragon has a slightly bittersweet flavor and an aroma similar to anise. It does well with fresh fish and chicken dishes, but we think this pasta recipe is an absolute winner. Hope you enjoy this weeks recipe and if you happen to make it, be sure to tag us on socials for a re-post! (oh and this serves 2, so adjust accordingly)
Ingredients
- 10 -1 5 fresh mushrooms
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, finely sliced
- ½ tsp salt
- 500g fresh egg tagliatelle
- Finely grated zest and juice of 1 unwaxed lemon
- 2 tbsp butter/vegan butter
- 50g freshly grated Parmesan/vegan cheese/nutritional yeast
- Fresh tarragon leaves finely chopped, to garnish
Preparation
Put a large saucepan of water on to boil, ready for the pasta. Clean the mushrooms (with kitchen towel or a pastry brush, not under the tap) and slice as finely as possible.
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a medium-low heat. Add the garlic and fry gently. As soon as it starts to become transparent and tender – about 1 minute – add the mushrooms and salt. Stir gently once, then cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Season to taste with freshly ground black pepper.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes or until al dente. Drain briefly and quickly return to the saucepan. Fold the lemon zest and juice into the pasta with the butter, mushrooms and their juices. Check the seasoning. Fold in the Parmesan, garnish with tarragon and serve immediately