One-Pot Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Pasta with White Wine
Tender pasta cooked in a savory white wine and mushroom broth, finished with fresh spinach and Parmesan for a rich and satisfying weeknight dinner. This italian-inspired pasta (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes pairs penne pasta, cremini mushrooms, sliced, fresh baby spinach for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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 penne pasta
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp, optional red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Step 2: Add 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms and 4 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 5 minutes until mushrooms release their moisture and edges begin to brown.
- Step 3: Pour in 1 cup dry white wine and cook for 2 minutes until reduced slightly and fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 12 oz penne pasta, 3 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Stir and bring to a boil.
- Step 5: Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 12-15 minutes until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Step 6: Stir in 4 cups fresh baby spinach, 1/2 cup heavy cream, and 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for 2-3 minutes until spinach wilts and sauce thickens to coat the pasta.
- Step 7: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Pasta with White Wine take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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 One-Pot Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Pasta with White Wine?
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 penne pasta from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Pasta with White Wine?
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 One-Pot Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Pasta with White Wine 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 One-Pot Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Pasta with White Wine 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.
