Shimeji Pesto Penne

Serves - 2
Prep Time - 20 min
Ingredients
Olive Oil - 1 tsp
Rosemary - ¼ tsp
Madras Onion/Shallots, finely chopped - 2 tsp
Garlic - ½ tsp
White Shimeji - a bunch
Cherry Tomatoes, halved - 4 pc
Pasta, boiled al dente - 2 cups
Pesto - ¼ cup
Parmesan, grated - 2 tbsp
Parsley, finely chopped - 1 tsp
Butter - 1 tsp
Method
Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté the rosemary until fragrant. Add the shallots and garlic, cooking until they are translucent and aromatic.
Stir in the white Shimeji mushrooms, cooking until they soften and release their juices, then add the cherry tomatoes and sauté briefly.
Toss in the boiled pasta, mixing well to combine, and stir in the pesto to coat the pasta evenly.
Add butter for a glossy finish, then sprinkle grated Parmesan and chopped parsley and toss quickly till the parmesan melts.
Garnish with Parmesan, cherry tomatoes, and a sprig of parsley. Serve warm and enjoy!