Easy Angel Hair Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this **Easy Angel Hair Pasta with Creamy Mushroom Sauce**—a weeknight dinner dream that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Featuring delicate angel hair pasta tossed in a luxurious, velvety sauce made with sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and onions, this dish is bursting with rich and earthy flavors. A splash of heavy cream and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese create the creamiest texture, while fresh parsley adds a touch of brightness to every bite. Perfect for busy nights or date-night dinners, this dish combines elegance and simplicity in a single skillet. Serve it as a main course or pair it with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for a restaurant-worthy meal at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces angel hair pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small white onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (e.g., cremini or button)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups reserved pasta cooking water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the angel hair pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water before draining the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and unsalted butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are golden and tender.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts into the sauce and is fully incorporated. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta cooking water to adjust the consistency.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the cooked angel hair pasta to the skillet and toss it gently to coat the pasta evenly in the creamy mushroom sauce.
Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your delicious meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 162.4 g | 208% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.4 g | 417% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 387 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 2791 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.1 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.7 g | ||
| Protein | 71.6 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1042 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 956 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
