Spaghetti with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Indulge in the rich, velvety flavors of Spaghetti with Creamy Mushroom Sauce, a comforting pasta dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners. This recipe combines al dente spaghetti with a luscious sauce made from butter-sautéed button mushrooms, fragrant garlic, and heavy cream, all elevated with the nutty richness of grated Parmesan and aromatic fresh thyme. With just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, it's a quick yet impressive meal that’s packed with flavor. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, this creamy mushroom pasta recipe guarantees a restaurant-quality experience right in your own kitchen. Perfect for mushroom lovers and pasta enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 300 grams Button mushrooms, sliced
- 250 milliliters Heavy cream
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until mushrooms are browned and tender.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce in the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy mushroom mixture.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve the spaghetti topped with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Enjoy your delicious spaghetti with creamy mushroom sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.0 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.0 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 3466 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.6 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 53.8 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 647 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1265 mg | 27% | |
*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.
