Sautéed Mushroom Pasta with Fresh Thyme
A simple weeknight meal featuring tender pasta tossed with earthy mushrooms and aromatic thyme in a light wine sauce. This italian-inspired pasta (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs spaghetti, olive oil, medium, finely diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 502 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 spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, finely diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
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 1 medium finely diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally.
- Step 3: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 8 oz sliced cremini mushrooms to the skillet, and cook for 7-8 minutes until mushrooms are golden and liquid has evaporated, stirring occasionally.
- Step 4: Pour in 1/4 cup dry white wine and 1/2 cup vegetable broth, then simmer for 3 minutes to reduce slightly while scraping up browned bits.
- Step 5: Add drained spaghetti, 1/4 cup reserved pasta water, and 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves to the skillet. Toss for 2 minutes until sauce coats pasta, adding more reserved water if needed to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Step 6: Stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Mushroom Pasta with Fresh Thyme 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 Sautéed Mushroom Pasta with Fresh Thyme?
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 Sautéed Mushroom Pasta with Fresh Thyme?
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 Sautéed Mushroom Pasta with Fresh Thyme 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 Sautéed Mushroom Pasta with Fresh Thyme gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this sautéed are incredible.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
