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One-Pot Parmesan Pasta

Creamy One-Pot Parmesan Pasta with Spinach & Mushrooms Magic

A quick and easy One-Pot Parmesan Pasta, featuring creamy garlic sauce, spinach, and mushrooms, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Choose penne or fusilli.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with butter.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white preferred.
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Button, portobello, or shiitake.
  • 4 cups Spinach Fresh is ideal.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced; can substitute with garlic powder.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Chicken broth is a suitable alternative.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half or plant-based alternative.
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Use freshly grated for best results.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Chili Pepper Flakes Omit if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Or individual dried herbs.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion for 2-3 minutes until translucent. Set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 3 minutes until tender. Combine with onions.
  4. Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for about 2 minutes until wilted. Drain excess moisture and mix with mushrooms and onions.
  5. Return to skillet, add minced garlic, and sauté for 30 seconds. Deglaze with vegetable broth, then stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, chili flakes, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 2 minutes.
  6. Combine drained pasta with the sauce, tossing to coat. Cook for another minute over low heat.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan and chili flakes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Properly store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of water to maintain creaminess.

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