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Savor The Season: Vegetarian Dishes That Shine This Holiday

The holiday season is a time of indulgence, a time when we cater to our cravings and celebrate with an array of delicious food. But let's not forget about our vegetarian diners. They too deserve to partake in the festive feasting, and what better way to do so than with a delightful vegetarian recipe that will impress all palates.

As chefs, we know that this is the perfect season to showcase our culinary creativity and provide our customers with unique and flavorful dishes. With everyone out and about, eager to enjoy the holiday spirit, it's the ideal time to introduce dishes that cater to diverse dietary preferences.

With MAGGI® Professional Truffle Seasoning, you can easily add a touch of luxury and elevate your menus, impressing all palates. This hero ingredient transforms simple dishes into extraordinary ones, like our Truffle Mushroom Penne. It's not just a satisfying vegetarian option but also a quick and easy recipe that lets you serve up festive treats without spending hours in the kitchen. With MAGGI® Professional Truffle Seasoning, every dish becomes a celebration.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 10g MAGGI® Professional Truffle Seasoning
  • 200g Cooked Penne Pasta
  • 220ml Cooking Cream
  • 70g Fresh Brown Mushrooms
  • 20g Butter

Garnish

  • 15g Parmesan Cheese
  • 2-3 Fresh Basil Leaves

Method

  • Melt butter in a pan on high heat, then sauté the mushrooms for 2 minutes.
  • Pour in the cooking cream and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Stir in the MAGGI® Professional Truffle Seasoning until well combined with the cream.
  • Reheat the penne pasta in boiling water for 45 seconds, then add it to the truffle cream and sauté for another 45 seconds before serving.

SERVING

Plate the pasta, grate parmesan cheese on top, and garnish with fresh basil leaves. This Truffle Mushroom Penne is a testament to how vegetarian dishes can be as satisfying and flavorful as their meat counterparts. So go ahead, add this to your festive menu and watch your diners' faces light up with delight!

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