Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy textures of this Tuscan delight, featuring sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a luscious pasta coated in heavy cream.
Ingredients
- Pasta (such as fettuccine or penne)
- Olive Oil
- Garlic, minced
- Mushrooms, sliced
- Heavy Cream
- Vegetable Broth
- Parmesan Cheese, grated
- Fresh Spinach
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Italian Seasoning
- Parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Begin by boiling pasta in a large pot according to the package instructions. Once al dente, drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water for later use.
- Sauté Garlic and Mushrooms: In your large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Sauté until the mushrooms turn golden brown.
- Add Broth and Cream: Pour in vegetable broth and let it simmer. Stir in heavy cream and watch the sauce thicken.
- Combine Pasta and Veggies: Add cooked pasta, fresh spinach, and grated parmesan cheese to the skillet. Toss to coat every piece in the sauce.
- Season to Taste: Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, adjusting to your taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Make ahead the sauce earlier in the day and add cooked pasta when ready to serve. Can be customized with proteins or lighter alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg