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Creamy Tuscan Mushroom Pasta Skillet

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A creamy and dreamy pasta dish that celebrates the earthy flavors of mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

  • Cremini Mushrooms
  • White Button Mushrooms (optional substitution)
  • Shiitake Mushrooms (optional substitution)
  • Dried Porcini Mushrooms (optional substitution)
  • Short Pasta Shapes (Penne, Rotini, or Farfalle)
  • Heavy Cream
  • Half-and-Half (optional substitution)
  • Unsweetened Cashew Cream (optional substitution)
  • Sun-Dried Tomatoes
  • Fresh Spinach
  • Garlic
  • Onion
  • Vegetable Broth or Chicken Broth
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Red Pepper Flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and reserve some pasta water.
  2. Sauté the onion in olive oil over medium heat until softened, then add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Brown the sliced cremini mushrooms in the skillet for 5-7 minutes until golden.
  4. Build the flavor base by adding sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional minute.
  5. Deglaze with vegetable or chicken broth, scraping the skillet to get the browned bits, and simmer for about 2 minutes.
  6. Introduce the heavy cream, mixing well while seasoning the sauce to taste; warm it through for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce until fully coated, then stir in fresh spinach until wilted.
  8. Finish by adding Parmesan cheese, melting it into the sauce and adjusting thickness with reserved pasta water.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

For a lighter version, consider using unsweetened cashew cream. Pair with an arugula salad and garlic bread.

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