Mushroom Pasta - Sweet Greek Personal Chef Services Los Angeles

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 pinch saffron (about 1/2 teaspoon) (optional)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 pounds mushrooms, roughly chopped
• 1 pound cavatelli or orecchiette
• 1 bunch thyme (tied together with twine)
• 3 cups broth or water (if using water, you'll need more salt)
• 8 ounces Mascarpone cheese (or plain 5% Greek yogurt)
• 1 cup Parmesan, Pecorino Romano, or Kefalotiri cheese