Description

Creamy mushroom pasta is a comforting dish that combines al dente pasta with a rich, velvety sauce made from fresh mushrooms and garlic. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, delivering an irresistible flavor that will impress your family and friends. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delightful meal that warms the soul and satisfies cravings in no time.

Ingredients

Scale

8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
2 cups sliced cremini or button mushrooms
1 cup heavy cream
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Reserve some pasta water before draining.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the sliced mushrooms for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and stir until combined; allow to bubble lightly.
Season with salt, pepper, and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted into the sauce.
Mix the drained pasta into the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for extra creaminess.
Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 590
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 21g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating spinach or peas into the dish. To make this recipe vegan, substitute heavy cream with plant-based cream and use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.