Spaghetti with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of Spaghetti with Creamy Mushroom Sauce, a quick and comforting pasta dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. This recipe features al dente spaghetti tossed in a rich, velvety sauce made with sautéed button mushrooms, fragrant garlic, and fresh thyme, all enveloped in luxurious heavy cream. The finishing touch of grated Parmesan cheese adds a layer of nutty complexity, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley makes each plate as beautiful as it is delicious. With only 30 minutes from start to finish, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for busy cooks looking for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfect as a vegetarian main course, this dish highlights the earthiness of mushrooms with simple, wholesome ingredients and is bound to become a favorite in your family dinner rotation.
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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
Directions
Step 1
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.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 4
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until mushrooms are browned and tender.
Step 5
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 6
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
Step 7
Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce in the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy mushroom mixture.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 9
Serve the spaghetti topped with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
Step 10
Enjoy your delicious spaghetti with creamy mushroom sauce!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1080.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2208.8 |
| Total Fat 154.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 78.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 365.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3466.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 137.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.0g | |
| Protein 53.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 34.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 647.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1264.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories