Creamy Mushroom Pasta

Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Creamy Mushroom Pasta, a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or an elegant date night at home. Featuring tender spaghetti or fettuccine coated in a luscious, velvety sauce made with earthy mushrooms, garlic, and rich heavy cream, this dish is elevated by a hint of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of vibrant parsley. The golden-brown sautéed mushrooms bring depth and umami, while the reserved starchy pasta water ensures the perfect sauce consistency every time. Ready in just 30 minutes and made with simple pantry staples, this crowd-pleaser delivers restaurant-quality flavor in the comfort of your kitchen. Serve it piping hot, and don't forget extra Parmesan for an irresistible finishing touch.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 g spaghetti or fettuccine
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 250 g button or cremini mushrooms
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 50 g Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup pasta water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and then drain the pasta.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, clean and slice the mushrooms thinly. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and butter. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet, seasoning them with salt and pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are golden brown and have released their moisture.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, and pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently to combine with the mushrooms for about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until fully melted and the sauce is smooth and thickened.

Step 7

Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing it with the creamy mushroom sauce until well coated. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach the desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary. Remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 9

Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle it over the pasta just before serving.

Step 10

Serve the creamy mushroom pasta hot, with extra grated Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1150.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2236.3

Total Fat 160.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 382mg	0%
Sodium 3835.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 11.4g
Protein 66.1g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 977.7mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 1573.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.3%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 22.8%