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One Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Spinach and Mushrooms

A creamy, flavorful one-pot pasta made with mushrooms, garlic, spinach, Parmesan, and tender pasta simmered in broth and cream.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian-American, One Pot
Calories: 510
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz pasta penne, bowtie, or linguine
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 10 oz sliced mushrooms
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 1.25 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Heat oil and butter in a large pot.
  2. Add mushrooms and cook until browned.
  3. Add garlic and seasoning.
  4. Pour in broth and cream.
  5. Add pasta and simmer until tender.
  6. Stir in spinach until wilted.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan.
  8. Taste and serve with extra Parmesan.

Notes

Use fresh Parmesan for the smoothest, creamiest sauce.