Description
This One-Pot Creamy Mushroom Pasta is a rich, savory pasta dish with tender mushrooms, a creamy sauce, and a comforting texture, all cooked in one pot for an easy, quick dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights, this pasta delivers both flavor and convenience in every bite.
Ingredients
Ingredients for One-Pot Creamy Mushroom Pasta:
- Pasta: Fettuccine, spaghetti, or penne (gluten-free option available)
- Mushrooms: Fresh white button mushrooms, cremini, or a mix of wild mushrooms
- Heavy Cream: For a rich and creamy sauce
- Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated
- Garlic: Fresh garlic, minced
- Onion: Finely chopped
- Vegetable Broth: For a rich sauce base
- Olive Oil: For sautéing the garlic, onions, and mushrooms
- Spinach: Optional, for added nutrition and color
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot, sauté onion and garlic for 2 minutes, then add mushrooms and cook until browned (5–7 minutes).
- Cook the Pasta: Add pasta and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook until pasta is al dente, 8–10 minutes.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: Reduce heat and add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce is creamy. Add more broth if necessary.
- Add Spinach (Optional): Stir in spinach and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.
- Finish and Serve: Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- Add Herbs for Extra Flavor: Fresh thyme, rosemary, or basil can elevate the flavor of your sauce.
- Control the Creaminess: For a lighter sauce, use half-and-half or a combination of cream and milk.
- Make It Spicy: Add red pepper flakes for an extra zing or drizzle chili oil over the pasta.
- Meal Prep: This pasta stores well for 3 days in the fridge. Just reheat gently in a pot with a splash of water or broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmered
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: One-Pot Creamy Mushroom Pasta, Easy Mushroom Pasta, Comforting Mushroom Pasta, Creamy Pasta Recipe, Mushroom Lover Pasta