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Spinach Mushroom Pasta

Spinach Mushroom Pasta
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Spinach Mushroom Pasta is a comforting and quick vegetarian dish combining tender mushrooms, fresh spinach, and perfectly cooked pasta with a creamy, flavorful sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe provides a nutritious, vibrant meal suitable for busy weeknights or anytime you crave a delicious, easy-to-make pasta dish.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta

Vegetables

  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced

Aromatics & Fats

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

Sauce

  • 3/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Optional Garnishes

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or basil, chopped
  • Toasted pine nuts (optional)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pasta: Start by boiling salted water in a large pot. Cook your chosen pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve one cup of pasta water before draining to help adjust the sauce consistency later.
  2. Sauté the Mushrooms: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until golden brown and tender, stirring occasionally to develop deep, savory flavor.
  3. Add Garlic and Spinach: Once mushrooms are browned, toss in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant—be careful not to burn it. Add fresh spinach in batches, stirring until it wilts down and releases its vibrant green color.
  4. Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently, letting it warm through and thicken slightly. Sprinkle in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste, stirring until you get a silky sauce that coats the vegetables perfectly.
  5. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta directly into the skillet with your sauce, tossing everything together. If the sauce feels too thick, slowly stir in reserved pasta water to loosen it to your desired consistency.
  6. Final Touches: Turn off the heat and add any fresh herbs like chopped parsley or basil for brightness. Give everything one last gentle toss, and your Spinach Mushroom Pasta is ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • Use fresh spinach and mushrooms for best flavor and color.
  • Do not overcook pasta; al dente texture is ideal.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency and help it bind better.
  • Cook mushrooms thoroughly until browned to enhance umami flavor.
  • Adjust creaminess by gradually adding cream or pasta water as preferred.

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