Description
A comforting and creamy blend of pasta, mushrooms, and spinach in a luscious sauce, perfect for cozy meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Pasta (Any type like spaghetti or penne)
- 8 oz Mushrooms (Fresh varieties such as cremini or shiitake)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil (Can substitute with butter)
- 2–3 cloves Garlic (Freshly minced)
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach (Can substitute with kale)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (Substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk for less calories)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (Can use nutritional yeast for a vegan option)
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add your pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water and drain the rest. Set the pasta aside.
- Sauté the Mushrooms: In the same skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender and golden.
- Add Garlic: Toss in the freshly minced garlic and let its aroma fill the air, cooking for an additional 30 seconds—just until fragrant.
- Incorporate the Spinach: Add in the fresh spinach, carefully stirring until it wilts and blends with the mushrooms. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring well to combine. Allow it to gently simmer and thicken for a few minutes.
- Mix in Pasta and Cheese: Fold in the cooked pasta and 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese. If the sauce seems too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta water until you reach your desired creaminess.
- Season to Taste: Finish this comforting dish by seasoning with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Give it a good stir, allowing all the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan, if desired. Enjoy the warm, creamy bliss you’ve created!
Notes
Easily customizable; can add grilled chicken or vegan options as preferred. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg