Mushroom Pasta for 2
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Mushroom Pasta for 2—a quick and elegant dish that’s perfect for date nights or cozy dinners at home. This recipe combines al dente spaghetti or fettuccine with tender, golden sautéed mushrooms, a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce, and the nutty richness of Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a satisfying meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor. With fresh parsley as an optional garnish, this pasta dish is as beautiful as it is delicious. Simple to prepare yet restaurant-worthy, Mushroom Pasta for 2 is destined to become your go-to recipe for a romantic homemade meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 200 grams Mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
- 150 milliliters Heavy cream
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden and tender.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to incorporate the mushrooms and cream.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese has melted, creating a smooth sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly with the sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy your Mushroom Pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1344 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.5 g | 130% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.6 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 211 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 1756 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.7 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 772 mg | 16% | |
*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.
