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Creamy Mushroom Pasta – A Comforting Weeknight Classic with Restaurant-Style Flavor First Image

Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Pasta


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and creamy pasta dish with fresh spinach and mushrooms.


Ingredients

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  • 12 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 8 oz mushrooms (sliced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 0 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve pasta water and drain.
  2. Sauté mushrooms in olive oil and butter until golden.
  3. Add garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
  4. Pour in cream and simmer gently.
  5. Stir in spinach and Parmesan until smooth.
  6. Add pasta and toss to coat. Adjust consistency with pasta water.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider using a mix of mushrooms.
  • This dish can be easily adjusted to include other vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg