Mushroom Paprikas

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

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

1. In a large pan, melt margarine over medium-high heat.

2. Brown onions, then add tomatoes.

3. Add all seasoning and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes.

4. Add mushrooms. Check saltiness, add extra if needed. Reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes.

5. Add water. Cover,bring to a boil, and then lower heat as low as it will go. Cook for about 1 hour. Stir occasionally.

6. Melt margarine in pan.

7. Mix in flour.

8. When forms a paste, remove from heat and mix into sauce thoroughly. Serve over pasta.

Nutrition Information

• Serves: 6

• Calories: 334

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.