One-Pot Mushroom and Spinach Pasta
Creamy pasta simmered with earthy mushrooms and fresh spinach, finished with Parmesan for a satisfying weeknight dinner. This italian-inspired one pot (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes pairs ounces, penne pasta, ounces, sliced mushrooms, medium, finely chopped onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 610 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 ounces, penne pasta
- 8 ounces, sliced mushrooms
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 ounces penne and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 8 ounces sliced mushrooms and 1 medium chopped onion; cook for 5 minutes until mushrooms release liquid and onions soften.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then add drained pasta, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 3 cups fresh spinach, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Toss for 2 minutes until spinach wilts and sauce thickens, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan until melted and creamy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Mushroom and Spinach Pasta 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 Mushroom and Spinach 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, penne pasta from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Mushroom and Spinach 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 One-Pot Mushroom and Spinach 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.
Is One-Pot Mushroom and Spinach Pasta 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
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
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Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
