One-Pot Mushroom and Thyme Pasta with White Wine
Creamy pasta tossed with earthy mushrooms and fresh thyme, finished with a splash of white wine for bright complexity. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 40 minutes pairs spaghetti, olive oil, medium onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 12 oz mushrooms
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion (finely chopped) and cook for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Step 3: Add 3 cloves garlic (minced) and 12 oz mushrooms (sliced) to the skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are golden and release liquid.
- Step 4: Pour in 1/4 cup white wine and 1/4 cup vegetable broth. Add 2 tbsp fresh thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer for 2 minutes to reduce liquid slightly.
- Step 5: Add drained spaghetti and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss until pasta is coated and sauce thickens, adding more pasta water if needed.
- Step 6: Stir in 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and 2 tbsp butter until melted. Cook for 1 minute more, then remove from heat.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Mushroom and Thyme Pasta with White Wine take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 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 Thyme 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 spaghetti from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Mushroom and Thyme 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 Mushroom and Thyme 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.
What goes well with One-Pot Mushroom and Thyme Pasta with White Wine?
Italian one pot 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
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a weeknight dinner, easy and flavorful.
- ★★★★★
This became a family favorite. The thyme really elevated the mushrooms.
- ★★★★★
Loved it! Quick and delicious.
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