Description
Creamy Alfredo Pasta with Mushrooms & Spinach is a luxurious, comforting dish featuring tender pasta coated in a velvety garlic Parmesan sauce, sautéed mushrooms, and wilted spinach. It’s rich, flavorful, and comes together in under 30 minutes for the perfect weeknight indulgence.
Ingredients
- 10 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (cremini or button)
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using), stirring until smooth and creamy.
- Add the spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, adding a splash of reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest, richest sauce.
- For extra protein, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- To make it lighter, substitute milk and a tablespoon of cream cheese instead of heavy cream.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated gently with a splash of milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian