Description
Indulge in the richness of Creamy Spinach Mushroom Pasta, where sautéed mushrooms meet fresh spinach in a luscious, savory sauce. This quick and easy dish transforms any dinner into a delightful experience, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Each forkful is a celebration of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach (about 60g)
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet and stir until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Mix in grated Parmesan until melted.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnishing with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 80mg