Description
A rich and satisfying weeknight meal featuring earthy mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a luscious creamy sauce that perfectly coats your favorite pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of choice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the sliced mushrooms until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute, then stir in spinach until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream, bringing to a gentle simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with low-fat milk or a non-dairy alternative. Always opt for fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 90mg