Description
Creamy Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta is a quick and satisfying dish that combines al dente pasta with a rich, velvety sauce made from heavy cream, fresh spinach, and earthy mushrooms. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. In just 30 minutes, you can bring this gourmet experience to your table, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- 3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add fresh spinach and sauté until wilted.
- 4. Pour in heavy cream and add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5. Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing until evenly coated.
- 6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan and cracked black pepper.
Notes
To enhance flavor, consider marinating the mushrooms in balsamic vinegar before cooking.
Feel free to customize by adding protein like grilled chicken or shrimp, or extra vegetables such as bell peppers or zucchini.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg