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Creamy garlic mushroom pasta with fettuccine, sautéed mushrooms, and Parmesan cream sauce garnished with fresh herbs in a bowl
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Creamy Garlic Mushroom Pasta

A rich and comforting Creamy Garlic Mushroom Pasta made with sautéed mushrooms, fresh garlic, and a silky Parmesan cream sauce. This easy, restaurant-quality pasta comes together in just 30 minutes—perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or an impressive yet simple meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 300 g pasta fettuccine, linguine, or penne
  • 250 g mushrooms cremini or button, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream 240 ml
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup reserved pasta water
  • Fresh parsley optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet or sauté pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Colander

Method
 

Cook the pasta:
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ¼–1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
Sauté mushrooms:
  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes.
Add garlic:
  1. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Make the sauce:
  1. Pour in heavy cream and let it simmer gently for 3–5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Add cheese:
  1. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Combine pasta and sauce:
  1. Add cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss well to coat. Add reserved pasta water gradually to adjust consistency.
Serve:
  1. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 320gCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 14gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2.2mg

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic for the best flavor—avoid garlic powder here.
  • Don’t overcrowd mushrooms—cook in batches if needed for proper browning.
  • Add a splash of pasta water to create a silky, restaurant-style sauce.
  • For extra protein, add grilled chicken or shrimp.
  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.

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