Creamy Mushroom Spinach Pasta with Caramelized Onions
Creamy Mushroom Spinach Pasta with Caramelized Onions is a delightful dish that brings comfort and flavor to your table. The combination of al dente pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce, sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, and sweet caramelized onions creates a culinary experience that’s both indulgent and satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare and easily customizable with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup baby bella or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by slicing the onions and mushrooms.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and add sliced onions. Cook until golden brown, about 15 minutes.
- Add sliced mushrooms and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until mushrooms are tender.
- Pour in vegetable broth and heavy cream; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Toss in cooked pasta and spinach; stir to combine. Adjust creaminess with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute spinach with kale or add sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. For added spice, sprinkle in chili flakes before serving.