Spaghetti with Garlic Mushroom Cream
Spaghetti with Garlic Mushroom Cream is a delightful comfort food that combines silky pasta with a rich, creamy sauce infused with earthy mushrooms and aromatic garlic. This simple yet indulgent dish is perfect for cozy nights in or impressive dinner parties, offering a robust flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With minimal ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can create a restaurant-quality meal right at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups fresh mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sliced mushrooms. Sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, salt, and pepper; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously, allowing it to simmer gently until slightly thickened (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Toss cooked spaghetti with the mushroom cream sauce until fully coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley or cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in crushed red pepper flakes for some heat. You can swap out the mushrooms for zucchini or spinach based on preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat.