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Spaghetti pasta topped with mushrooms, parmesan, and herbs.

Creamy Garlic Mushroom Pasta

420kcal
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Prep 10 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Total 25 minutes
A rich and creamy pasta loaded with garlic and sautéed mushrooms, quick, comforting, and ready in just 25 minutes.
Servings 4
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian-Inspired

Ingredients

  • 12 oz (340 g) fettuccine (or spaghetti)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 oz (340 g) mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Skillet
  • 1 Cutting board + knife
  • 1 Wooden spoon

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, ~1 minute.
  3. Add mushrooms and cook 5–6 minutes until browned and tender.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and parmesan; simmer gently until sauce thickens, 3–4 minutes.
  5. Toss cooked pasta with sauce, adding reserved water as needed for creaminess.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Nutrition per serving (estimated)

Calories420kcalCarbohydrates50gProtein13gFat18g

Notes

  • Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
  • Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • Freshly grated parmesan gives the best flavor.

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