Maccheroncini Alla Boscaiuola

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4

Creamy and Savory Maccheroncini Alla Boscaiuola Recipe

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 - 2/3 cup dried porcini mushrooms
	2 tablespoons butter
	2 cups heavy cream
	1 lb maccheroni pasta ( or good quality elbow macaroni )
	1 fresh white truffle , sliced
	1 1/2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese ( the BEST imported ungrated Parmesan you can find ! )
	salt , to taste
	white pepper , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

800

Sugar

Fat

51g

Maccheroncini Alla Boscaiuola is a classic Italian pasta dish that originated in Tuscany. The dish is named after 'boscaiuola', which means 'woodcutter-style' in Italian, as the porcini mushrooms used in this dish are often found growing in the woods. This pasta recipe is a creamy and savory dish that is perfect for any pasta lover. The combination of porcini mushrooms, fresh white truffle, and Parmesan cheese creates a rich and flavorful taste. This dish is easy to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, bring the porcini mushrooms and 2 cups of water to a boil. Set aside and let the mushrooms soak for at least 20 minutes.
2.	Strain the porcini water through a fine mesh sieve and set aside.
3.	In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
4.	Add the heavy cream and porcini water to the saucepan and simmer for 5 minutes.
5.	Meanwhile, cook the maccheroni pasta according to the package directions in salted water.
6.	After the pasta is cooked al dente, pour the sauce over the pasta and toss until well combined.
7.	Add sliced fresh white truffle and grated Parmesan cheese to the pasta and mix until thoroughly combined.
8.	Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
9.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This Maccheroncini Alla Boscaiuola dish is a decadent pasta recipe that is creamy and savory.
The combination of porcini mushrooms, truffle, and Parmesan cheese creates a rich and flavorful taste.

This dish is easy to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

CONS

This pasta recipe is high in calories and fat due to the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The fresh white truffle may be difficult to find and can be expensive.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The porcini mushrooms used in this recipe are a great source of antioxidants and are known to boost the immune system.
Parmesan cheese contains calcium, protein, and vitamins A and B12.