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Easy Spinach Mushroom Pasta

A creamy and flavorful dish combining sautéed mushrooms and vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a deliciously creamy sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz spaghetti or your favorite pasta Any pasta can be used, like penne or fettuccine.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 oz sliced mushrooms (button or cremini)
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped Fresh spinach is preferred for best flavor.
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or a plant-based alternative)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or vegan cheese)
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste pepper
  • optional Red pepper flakes For a kick.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, sautéing until the mushrooms are golden and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Toss in the chopped spinach and cook just until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine with the sautéed ingredients. Gradually add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
  5. Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add a small amount of reserved pasta water until desired consistency is achieved.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for some heat.
  7. Enjoy immediately with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of cream or water if needed.