Cook the pasta to al dente according to the package instructions.
16 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter over medium heat in a large saucepan, then add the mushrooms.
3 tablespoons salted butter, 8 ounces baby bella mushrooms
Season the mushrooms with the garlic herb seasoning and salt and sauté them in the butter for 5-7 minutes, or until the mushrooms are golden brown and cooked through.
1½ teaspoons garlic herb seasoning, ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Mix in 1½ cups half-and-half and heat just to a simmer, about 2-3 minutes.
1½ cups half-and-half
While the half-and-half is heating, whisk together the cornstarch and the 1 tablespoon of half and half to form a smooth paste.
1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 tablespoon half-and-half
Pour the cornstarch mixture into the pan and mix together.
Bring the mixture back to a simmer and cook for 1 minute or until thickened. Do not overcook.
Drain the cooked pasta, then stir it into the sauce and serve topped with fresh parsley and shredded Parmesan cheese, optional.
Chopped fresh parsley, Freshly shredded Parmesan cheese