Comforting Creamy Garlic Mushroom Pasta
Silky, garlicky pasta rich with cream and Parmesan and studded with tender browned mushrooms. Quietly luxurious comfort food that comes together in about thirty minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
- 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms cremini or button
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Red pepper flakes, for heat optional
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté until browned and tender, 5-7 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook 1 minute more, until fragrant.
Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan until melted and creamy, then season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated in the sauce.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.