Description
Creamy Tuscan Mushroom Pasta Skillet is a delightful dish that brings the essence of Italy to your dining table. This vegetarian meal features tender mushrooms and vibrant spinach enveloped in a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce, making it perfect for any occasion—from cozy weeknight dinners to special gatherings. With its quick preparation time and minimal cleanup, this one-pan wonder ensures you spend more time enjoying your meal and less time in the kitchen. Ideal for customizing with your favorite vegetables or protein options, this pasta dish is as versatile as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or linguine)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté sliced mushrooms for 5–7 minutes until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 30–60 seconds until fragrant, then stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently before mixing in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing everything together; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg