Creamy Garlic Mushrooms with Spinach
A rich, velvety dish combining sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a creamy garlic sauce for a satisfying weeknight meal. This italian-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 45 minutes pairs button mushrooms, spinach, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz button mushrooms
- 8 oz spinach
- 4 garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup, grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Dice mushrooms into 1/2-inch cubes and toss with 1 tsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until tender.
- Step 2: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Step 3: Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in parmesan and season with additional salt and pepper. Fold in roasted mushrooms and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Garlic Mushrooms with Spinach take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Creamy Garlic Mushrooms with Spinach?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep button mushrooms from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Garlic Mushrooms with Spinach?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Creamy Garlic Mushrooms with Spinach for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Creamy Garlic Mushrooms with Spinach vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
