Description
Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender pasta with a rich, velvety sauce made from fresh spinach, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic garlic. This comforting meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, ready in under 30 minutes. With its luscious flavors and vibrant colors, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté mushrooms until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually add Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing gently to coat. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Season with salt and pepper; serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 90mg