Ingredients

  • 16 oz wide tagliatelle or fettuccine
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3.5 oz pancetta, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 6 oz mushrooms, wiped, sliced
  • 4 tbsp dry white wine
  • 3/4 cup creme fraiche
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • None None Parmesan cheese, for sprinkling (optional)

Method

  • Cook pasta in lightly salted, boiling water for 12-15 mins, until al dente.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil and butter in a large frying pan. Cook pancetta until crispy. Set aside. Add garlic and mushrooms and cook, stirring, until browned. Add white wine and simmer until 1/2 the liquid has evaporated. Add creme fraiche and heat gently, stirring until smooth. Return pancetta to sauce. Season.
  • Drain pasta and toss with sauce. Add basil and toss to combine. Serve immediately with Parmesan cheese, if desired.