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Creamy Tuscan Mushroom Pasta Skillet

Creamy Tuscan Mushroom Pasta Skillet: Easy Comfort Food Bliss

This Creamy Tuscan Mushroom Pasta Skillet is a quick, vegetarian dish bursting with flavors, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Any type like spaghetti or penne
For the Sauce
  • 8 oz Mushrooms Fresh varieties such as cremini or shiitake
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with butter
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Can substitute with kale
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk for less calories
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can use nutritional yeast for a vegan option
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Directions
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté sliced mushrooms in olive oil in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate fresh spinach and stir until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens.
  6. Combine drained pasta with the sauce, tossing gently to coat.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 14gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1250IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately and garnish with fresh basil or extra Parmesan if desired.

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