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One Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Spinach and Mushrooms

A creamy, comforting one-pot pasta made with garlic, parmesan, mushrooms, and fresh spinach. Quick, delicious, and perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Skillet
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups pasta uncooked penne or rotini
  • 3 cups broth chicken or vegetable
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cups spinach fresh
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Large pot or deep skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add mushrooms and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  4. Add uncooked pasta and broth; bring to a boil.
  5. Simmer 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in cream and parmesan until creamy.
  7. Add spinach and let wilt.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve.

Notes

If sauce thickens too much, add extra broth or milk to loosen.