Step 1

Heat olive oil over medium heat in a 10-inch nonstick skillet.

Step 2

Add sliced shallots and mushrooms, and season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until shallots and mushrooms are softened and beginning to brown.

Step 4

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to boil.

Step 5

Cook pasta as directed on the package.

Step 6

Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the cooked pasta.

Step 7

Add the pasta to the pan with the shallots and mushrooms.

Step 8

Add black garlic butter and red pepper flakes, and toss.

Step 9

Add reserved water a bit at a time, until the pasta is coated in a thin sauce (you may not need all the reserved water).

Step 10

Stir in parmesan cheese.

Step 11

Serve, garnished with additional parmesan cheese and chopped chives or parsley.