Jones' Creamy Mushroom Pasta
A rich, velvety pasta dish with sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and fresh herbs, finished with a luscious Parmesan cream sauce. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 35 minutes pairs ounces fettuccine, tablespoons butter, tablespoon olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup, sliced mushrooms
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 ounces fettuccine and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 cup sliced mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until golden and tender, then add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly, then add the drained pasta and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated and the sauce is creamy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Jones' Creamy Mushroom Pasta take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Jones' Creamy Mushroom Pasta?
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 ounces fettuccine from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Jones' Creamy Mushroom Pasta?
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 Jones' Creamy Mushroom Pasta 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.
What goes well with Jones' Creamy Mushroom Pasta?
Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
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Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
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Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
