Creamy Mushroom & Spinach Linguine: A Comforting Pasta Delight!
This Creamy Mushroom & Spinach Linguine is a delightful combination of earthy mushrooms and fresh spinach enveloped in a velvety, creamy sauce. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound linguine or pasta of your choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 5 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté for 7-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the mushrooms and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring slowly to combine.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and continue stirring until the cheese melts into a smooth sauce.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the cooked linguine with the mushroom and spinach sauce. Add reserved pasta water gradually if sauce is too thick.
Notes
For added flavor, top with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or lemon zest before serving.