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Spinach Mushroom Pasta

Creamy Spinach Mushroom Pasta That Feels Like a Warm Hug

A delightful Spinach Mushroom Pasta recipe that blends savory mushrooms and fresh spinach in a creamy sauce, perfect for a comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Pasta Use your favorite type, like spaghetti or fettuccine
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Adds richness; substitute any neutral oil if needed
  • 6 cloves Garlic Minced; you can use garlic powder in a pinch
  • 1 pound Cremini mushrooms Cleaned and sliced; white button mushrooms are a suitable substitute
  • 2.25 cups Half-and-half Creates a creamy sauce; swap with heavy cream for extra richness
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated, offers savory depth; substitute with Pecorino Romano if preferred
For the Greens
  • 8 oz Spinach Brightens the dish; you can swap with baby kale or Swiss chard
  • 2 tablespoons Flat-leaf parsley Chopped; you can omit if unavailable
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • deep skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water over high heat. Add 1 pound of pasta and cook until just under al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Add 6 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 pound of sliced cremini mushrooms to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, and cook undisturbed for about 8 minutes.
  4. Toss in 8 ounces of fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  5. Pour in 2¼ cups of half-and-half and bring to a gentle boil. Simmer for about 4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Remove from heat, add drained pasta, 1 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

This Spinach Mushroom Pasta is not just a meal; it’s a moment of comfort on a plate! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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