Creamy Mushroom and Parmesan Pasta

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

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A rich, velvety pasta dish featuring earthy mushrooms and garlic, finished with a hint of Parmesan for a comforting meal that feels like discovering a hidden gem in an antique kitchen. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs spaghetti, olive oil, cremini mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 620 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti
2 tbsp olive oil
8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
3 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
to taste salt
to taste freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 4: Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, then add 1/2 cup reserved pasta water. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Step 5: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat, adding more reserved pasta water if needed to reach desired creaminess. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Step 6: Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley before serving.