Chef Luca Paris joins Dr. Mike to discuss his latest savory recipe.In this segment, Chef Luca Paris joins Dr. Mike to discuss his latest creation for Culinary CPR: Bucatini Pasta Con Funghi e Crema.

Ingredients

• 1 lb bucatini pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound assorted wild mushrooms, stems trimmed, wiped clean, and thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped shallots
• 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives

Directions

In a deep heavy casserole, heat oil until shimmering.

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and return to the pot. Cover to keep warm.

In a large sauté pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring, until soft, 3 to 4 minutes.

Add the shallots, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add sherry wine to deglaze and let evaporate for a minute. Add the cream, increase the heat to high, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes.

Add the parmesan and adjust the seasoning, to taste. Add the pasta, stir to coat with the sauce, and cook until the pasta is heated through, 1 minute.

Remove from the heat and divide among 4 serving bowls or plates.

Sprinkle each serving with chives & more cheese if needed and serve immediately.

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