Garlic Mushroom Pasta: A Quick and Indulgent Comfort Meal
Light and creamy garlic mushroom pasta recipe that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are softened and browned.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.
- Adding spinach or peas can provide extra nutrition and color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Garlic Mushroom Pasta, Comfort Food, Quick Meal