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Quick Creamy Garlic Parmesan Mushroom Pasta

Close-up of creamy fettuccine pasta tossed with sautéed mushrooms, topped with Parmesan and parsley for an amazing mushroom pasta.
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Make this rich and comforting Creamy Garlic Parmesan Mushroom Pasta in about 30 minutes. This recipe uses simple ingredients to create a satisfying weeknight dinner that feels gourmet.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne work well)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining. Set the drained pasta aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their liquid and turn golden brown.
  4. Add the minced garlic, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently. Let it simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and dried thyme until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce seems too thick, add reserved pasta water, one splash at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  8. Stir in the fresh parsley. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

  • For a Tuscan Pasta Recipe feel, add a handful of fresh spinach during the last minute of simmering the sauce.
  • If you want a richer sauce, use only heavy cream instead of adding broth.
  • This dish is a great base for adding cooked chicken for a non-vegetarian meal.

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