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Signature Creamy Pasta
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 onion
finely chopped
- 250g button chestnut mushroom
sliced
- 1 garlic clove
finely grated
- 100ml dry white wine
- 200ml double cream
- 1 lemon
zest only
- 200g parmesan
(or vegetarian alternative), grated, plus extra to serve
- 300g tagliatelle
or linguini
- ½ small bunch parsley
finely chopped
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How to
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step 1
Heat the oil and butter in a medium pan. Fry the onion over a low heat for 10 mins or until softened and translucent.
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step 2
Add the mushrooms and cook for 10 mins over a medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 2 mins. Add the wine and bring to a simmer, reduce the liquid by half.
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step 3
Add the double cream and bring to a simmer, then add the lemon zest and parmesan. Season with salt and plenty of black pepper.
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step 4
Meanwhile, cook the pasta following pack instructions. Reserve 100ml of the pasta water. Toss the pasta in the pan with the creamy sauce and enough of the reserved water to loosen. Stir through the parsley, divide into bowls and top with extra cheese, if you like.
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step 5
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Behind the Scenes in Our Kitchen
Every dish at Circolo Popolare begins with fresh
ingredients and careful preparation. Our chefs
focus on authentic flavours and seasonal produce
Our mantra
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Our kitchen is guided by a simple philosophy: respect the ingredients, honour tradition and cook with passion. From handmade pasta to wood-fired pizza, every dish reflects the rich heritage of Italian cuisine while embracing the vibrant energy of modern dining.