Fusilli with Mushrooms and Swiss Chard

By Joey0824

Ingredients

• 12 oz fusilli
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 lg shallots, peeled and quartered lengthwise
• lg bunch green swiss chard, trimmed; stems cut into 1/2" thick slices; leaves (inner stems removed) sliced into long strips
• 10 oz shiitake or domestic mushrooms, stems removed and caps sliced
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1/3 C grated or shaved parmesan cheese

Preparation

Step 1

1.Cook fusilli per package directions.
2.Meanwhile, in large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat, add shallots, and cook, tossing or stirring, until tender and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add chard stems and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and season with salt and pepper. Cook 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in parsley and chard leaves and cook 1 minute longer or until liquid has mostly evaporated and leaves are wilted.
3.Drain pasta, reserving 1/3 cup of cooking water. Return pasta and the reserved water to pot. Add chard and mushroom mix and cheese. Combine well and serve immediately