Penne Al Funghi Porcini (Pierce Brosnan's Fave)

This is a recipe from Pierce Brosnan's favorite Santa Monica restaurant, Il Ristorante di Giorgio Baldi, and said to be one of his favorite dishes.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 4  fresh porcini mushrooms, sliced (or dried and reconstituted in 1/2 cup water, save the soaking liquid)
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped fresh Italian parsley
•  salt and black pepper
• 1⁄2 cup white wine
• 1  cup  chopped peeled tomatoes, liquid drained
• 1  lb dry penne pasta
• 2  tablespoons  grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese, plus more for passing

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and sauté the sliced porcini mushrooms with the garlic and parsley till tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Add the wine and let it all simmer until the wine evaporates, about 5-8 minutes. Add the tomatoes(If you have used reconstituted porcini mushrooms, add the reserved soaking liquid now) and cook for 5 to 7 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, boil the penne until al dente. Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce together with the grated cheese. Let cook for 2 minutes at low heat. Taste for seasoning.
4. Serve piping hot. Pass extra cheese for sprinkling. Enjoy!