Umami Miso Prawn and Mushroom Rigatoni

a) Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on high heat. Once hot, add the sliced mushrooms to the pan.

b) Season with salt and pepper and fry, stirring occasionally, until browned, 5-6 mins.

c) Meanwhile, drain the prawns. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw prawns. 

a) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). 

b) Once the mushrooms have browned, add the prawns and stir-fry for 2-3 mins. 

c) Next, add the garlic to the pan and cook for 1 min more. 

a) Stir in the water for the sauce (see pantry for amount), miso paste and wild mushroom paste. TIP: If your wild mushroom paste has hardened, pop it in a bowl of hot water for 1 min.

b) Bring to the boil, then lower the heat and simmer until thickened and the prawns are cooked through, 3-4 mins. IMPORTANT: The prawns are cooked when pink on the outside and opaque in the middle.

a) Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the creme fraiche and hard Italian style cheese. Simmer for 1 min.

b) Stir in the cooked pasta and butter (see pantry for amount).

c) Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed. Add a splash more water if you feel it needs it.