Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Alfredo
Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Alfredo is a classic pasta dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The creamy sauce is made with a combination of heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and vegetable broth, and the mushrooms and spinach add a delicious umami flavor. This dish is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Alfredo sauce is one of the most popular pasta sauces in the world, and for good reason. It's creamy, cheesy, and delicious. But what if you could make Alfredo sauce even better? That's where Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Alfredo comes in.This recipe adds mushrooms and spinach to the classic Alfredo sauce, for a delicious and nutritious twist. The mushrooms add a savory umami flavor, while the spinach adds a pop of color and freshness.This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal, as it can be made in under 30 minutes. It's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish, give Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Alfredo a try.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound pasta (any type)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 pound mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach
Instructions
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  2. While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  3. Add onion and mushrooms to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until broth has reduced by half.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and cooked pasta.
  7. Cook until sauce has thickened, about 2 minutes.
  8. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 1 minute.
Why It Works
  • The combination of heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and vegetable broth creates a rich and flavorful sauce.
  • The mushrooms add a savory umami flavor to the dish.
  • The spinach adds a pop of color and freshness.
  • This dish is easy to make and can be ready in under 30 minutes.