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Creamy Tuscan Mushroom Pasta Skillet

Creamy Tuscan Mushroom Pasta Skillet: A Cozy Delight

This Creamy Tuscan Mushroom Pasta Skillet is a delightful, quick vegetarian meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta any type like spaghetti or penne
For the Sauce
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms fresh varieties such as cremini or shiitake
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or butter for extra richness
  • 2 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 4 cups Spinach can substitute with kale if desired
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated, with nutritional yeast as vegan option
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Fill a large pot with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, and drain but reserve a cup of pasta water.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté sliced mushrooms for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and reduce heat to medium-low. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, then mix in Parmesan cheese.
  6. Toss drained pasta into the skillet and stir to coat. Add reserved pasta water if needed for creaminess.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve warm, garnished with more Parmesan and herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage for up to 1 month.

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