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
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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.
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.
