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Tuscan Mushroom Pasta Skillet

Creamy Tuscan Mushroom Pasta Skillet for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

Enjoy a comforting Tuscan Mushroom Pasta Skillet packed with creamy flavors and fresh spinach, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Pasta Your favorite type
For the Sauté
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can swap with butter
  • 8 oz Mushrooms (sliced) Cremini or button mushrooms
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh or powdered garlic
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Can substitute with kale or Swiss chard
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half or coconut milk
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated) Pecorino Romano is an excellent substitute
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper Freshly ground
For Garnish
  • fresh Basil (for garnish) Other herbs like parsley or oregano can be used

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Large Skillet
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute. Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted (about 2 minutes).
  4. Pour in heavy cream and let simmer on low heat. Stir in grated Parmesan until melted and creamy. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if necessary.
  5. Combine the pasta with the creamy sauce in the skillet, tossing to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 18gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best results, be sure to cook your pasta al dente and avoid rinsing it after draining to preserve starch for sauce adherence. Adding a splash of reserved pasta water can help with sauce consistency.

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