Ingredients
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- 8 ounces pasta (penne or spaghetti)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Fold in chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Mix in cooked pasta, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- For added protein, sprinkle with cooked chicken or shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stove top
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg