Spinach and Mushroom Alfredo Sauce

Elevate your pasta night with this rich and velvety Spinach and Mushroom Alfredo Sauce, a decadent twist on the classic Alfredo. Sautéed garlic, tender mushrooms, and vibrant spinach come together in a luscious cream sauce, perfectly balanced with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a hint of nutmeg for depth. This easy, 30-minute recipe combines wholesome ingredients like olive oil, butter, and heavy cream to create a flavorful, restaurant-quality sauce right in your kitchen. Serve it over pasta, chicken, or as a dip for crusty bread—this versatile recipe is guaranteed to impress. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or an elegant date night, this Alfredo sauce is indulgent comfort food at its finest.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups Button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 3 cups Fresh spinach, chopped
• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg, freshly grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter and olive oil. Allow the butter to melt completely.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring frequently, for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

Step 3

Stir in the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they release their moisture and start to turn golden brown.

Step 4

Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine with the mushrooms and spinach. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, a little at a time, allowing it to melt and thicken the sauce.

Step 7

Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and serve the Spinach and Mushroom Alfredo Sauce over pasta, chicken, or as a side dish. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1126.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3121.9

Total Fat 277.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 161.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 762.6mg	0%
Sodium 5103.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 3.9g
Protein 101.5g	0%

Vitamin D 16IU	0%
Calcium 2819.0mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 1899.9mg	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: 83.2%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 3.3%