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Spinach Mushroom Pasta

Creamy Spinach Mushroom Pasta Ready in 30 Minutes

This Creamy Spinach Mushroom Pasta is a quick and comforting vegetarian dish that combines vibrant spinach, sautéed mushrooms, and a luscious cream sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 10 ounces Pasta Any short or long pasta works well.
For the Sauté
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced for better flavor.
  • 8 ounces Cremini Mushrooms Button mushrooms can be substituted.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Half-and-Half Whole milk can be used as an alternative.
  • 4 cups Spinach Can swap for kale or Swiss chard.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Grana Padano or Pecorino Romano can be used.
For the Finish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook until just under al dente, about 2 minutes less than package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 8 minutes until golden brown and tender.
  4. Stir in fresh spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  5. Pour in half-and-half and bring to a gentle boil. Simmer for about 4 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce and toss to combine. If the sauce is too thick, stir in reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, avoid adding oil to the pasta water to ensure the sauce clings well. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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