VegetarianCreamy Mushroom and Spinach Pasta
ItalianDinner
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Prep
10 min
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Cook
20 min
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Serves
4
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Level
Easy
Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Pasta
This creamy mushroom and spinach pasta is a quick and delightful meal that's bursting with flavor. A rich and savory white sauce coats the tender pasta, while the mushrooms and spinach add a nutritious boost.
Ingredients
- 400g pasta of choice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 200g mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add mushrooms and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Reduce the heat to low, add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Health Benefits
- Rich source of fiber from mushrooms and spinach
- Contains iron and vitamins from spinach
- Provides a good amount of calcium from cheese
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 540 | Protein: 19g | Carbs: 56g | Fat: 29g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g
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