Garlic Mushroom Pasta Recipe
This garlic mushroom pasta recipe combines creamy garlic sauce with tender mushrooms and perfectly cooked pasta, making it a comforting, flavorful dish ideal for quick weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain the rest.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook until softened and browned.
- Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss cooked pasta in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make it gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
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