Description
This creamy and flavorful pasta dish features sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, all combined in one skillet for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or bowtie works well)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk (optional, for a creamier sauce)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Mushrooms: In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and cook until golden brown and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Spinach: Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Stir in Parmesan cheese and heavy cream (if using), mixing until well combined. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a lighter dish, you can skip the heavy cream.
- Feel free to add cooked protein, like chicken or shrimp, for extra heartiness.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg