Ingredients

4tbspolive oil

1lbshiitake mushrooms

¾tspfresh ground black pepper

¼tspsalt

2clovesgarlic

1½cupchicken broth,low-sodium, canned, or homemade stock

¾lbspaghetti

½cupparmesan,grated

Preparation

In a large frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over moderate heat.

Add the mushrooms, ½ teaspoon of pepper, and salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 10 minutes until the mushrooms are browned.

Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.

Add the broth and bring to a simmer.

Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until reduced to about 1 cup.

Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the spaghetti for about 12 minutes until just done.

Drain.

Toss the spaghetti with the mushroom sauce, the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and ¼ teaspoon of pepper, and parmesan.

Serve with more cheese.