Shiitakes and Pasta

Ingredients

2 sheets fresh pasta or 1/2 pound fresh fettucine
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup sliced shiitakes
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1 teaspoon minced garlic
Salt and black pepper
1 teaspoon chopped thyme
1 teaspoon chopped parsley
1 teaspoon chopped chives
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Bring a large pot of boiling, salted water to a boil. Cut or tear pasta sheets into rags and cook until tender. In a sauté pan heat oil, add shiitakes, and toss and cook for 3 minutes. Add shallots and garlic to the pan, toss and season. Drain pasta, and toss it in a large bowl with mushrooms, herbs and cheese. Serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs and cheese.

Yield: 2 servings