Description
This creamy, cheesy one-pot pasta is packed with garlic, Parmesan, tender mushrooms, and fresh spinach. It’s the perfect quick and comforting meal! Perfect for weeknights when you’re craving something delicious yet simple to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
- 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for a little heat
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Mushrooms and Garlic:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and tender.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Liquids and Pasta:
- Pour in the broth, half-and-half (or heavy cream), dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add the pasta to the pot, ensuring it’s submerged in the liquid. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente, about 10-12 minutes. If necessary, add more broth or water to keep the pasta covered.
- Add Spinach and Parmesan:
- Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the spinach wilts and the cheese melts into the sauce, creating a creamy texture.
- Season and Serve:
- Taste the pasta and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes for added heat, if desired.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and more Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Pasta Substitution: You can substitute fettuccine with spaghetti, penne, or any pasta you prefer. Just adjust the cooking time based on the pasta shape you use.
- Creaminess: For an even richer dish, use heavy cream instead of half-and-half.
- Heat Level: Add red pepper flakes if you prefer a touch of heat in your pasta.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: main course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg