Mushroom Garlic Pasta
Indulge in the creamy, savory perfection of Mushroom Garlic Pasta, a dish that combines tender spaghetti with earthy cremini mushrooms and a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce. This quick and easy recipe highlights the richness of parmesan cheese and the warmth of red pepper flakes, all balanced beautifully with a hint of fresh parsley for a pop of brightness. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this comforting pasta is ready in just 30 minutes and can be customized to your preference with simple pantry staples. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleaser or a satisfying meal for two, this Mushroom Garlic Pasta promises to deliver bold flavors and a velvety finish in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g spaghetti or linguine
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 300 g cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest and set the pasta aside.
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they release their moisture and become golden brown. Stir occasionally.
Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir to combine, then let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until it melts and the sauce becomes creamy. If the sauce gets too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using), adjusting to taste.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2141 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.8 g | 205% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.8 g | 414% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 382 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 3826 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.4 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 60.1 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 953 mg | 73% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1184 mg | 25% | |
*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.
