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One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Spinach and Mushrooms

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🍝🧄 Whip up a cozy dinner in no time with One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta! 🥬🍄 Tender pasta tossed with sautéed spinach, earthy mushrooms, and a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce. Comforting, flavorful, and made in just one pot—dinner has never been this easy! 😋✨

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  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

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  • Pasta Base:
    • 14 oz (400g) farfalle pasta (or your favorite shape)
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
    • 34 cloves garlic, minced
  • Vegetables:
    • 14 oz (400g) mushrooms, sliced
    • 10 oz (300g) fresh spinach
  • Sauce:
    • 1/2 cup (125ml) low-sodium vegetable broth
    • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)
    • 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream (adjust to taste)
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • Fresh cracked pepper, to taste
    • 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes (optional, for a kick)

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta:

  1. Boil farfalle pasta in salted water until al dente, following package instructions.
  2. Reserve about 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.

2. Prepare the Vegetables:

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté sliced onions for 2–3 minutes until translucent and lightly browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add mushrooms and sauté for about 3 minutes until golden brown. Remove mushrooms and place them with the onions.
  3. Add spinach to the skillet, cooking for 2 minutes or until just wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a plate and drain excess liquid.

3. Make the Sauce:

  1. Heat a small amount of oil in the same skillet. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Deglaze the skillet with vegetable broth, scraping any bits from the bottom for flavor.
  3. Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and optional chili flakes. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.

4. Combine Everything:

  1. Add the onions, mushrooms, and spinach back into the skillet with the sauce.
  2. Toss the drained pasta into the skillet, mixing well to coat evenly in the sauce. Add reserved pasta water if needed to adjust the consistency.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional Parmesan or Italian seasoning as desired.

5. Serve and Garnish:

  • Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of red chili flakes for added heat, if preferred.

Notes

  1. Perfectly Cooked Pasta: Cook pasta just shy of al dente before combining with the sauce; it will finish cooking in the skillet.
  2. Flavor Boost: Deglaze the pan thoroughly to incorporate all those browned bits into the sauce.
  3. Fresh Ingredients: Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best texture and flavor.
  4. Vegetable Broth: Low-sodium broth allows you to control the saltiness of the dish.
  • Author: Paula Susan
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes