Mushroom Paprikas

The comfort of pasta paired with the boldness of paprika-seasoned mushrooms. Parika is a spice made from capsicum peppers, which are very high in vitamin C and also contain other antioxidants. 

Serves: 6
Calories: 334

Ingredients
Sauce

• 2 pounds mushrooms, sliced
• ¼ cup margarine
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, chopped
• ½ cup tomatoes, diced
• ½ cup water
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 ½ tablespoons paprika
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• Pinch of rosemary  

Thickener

• ½ tablespoon margarine
• ½ tablespoon flour  
• 6 cups cooked pasta  

Directions

In a large pan, melt margarine over medium-high heat. Brown onions, then add tomatoes. Add all seasoning and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes. Add mushrooms. Check saltiness, add extra if needed. Reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes. Add water. Cover, bring to a boil, and then lower heat as low as it will go. Cook for about 1 hour. Stir occasionally. Melt margarine in pan. Mix in flour. When forms a paste, remove from heat and mix into sauce thoroughly. Serve over pasta.

This information has been approved by Clinical Nutrition Services (February 2012). For specific diet information tailored to your needs, we recommend you consult with one of our registered dietitians.