Sautéed Mushroom Pasta with White Wine
Elegant pasta tossed with earthy mushrooms, garlic, and a light wine sauce that coats every strand. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 30 minutes pairs spaghetti, white wine, mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 500 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
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 8 oz mushrooms
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a 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: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 8 oz sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown, then add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup white wine and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce, then add drained spaghetti and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water. Toss to coat, adding more pasta water if needed to create a light sauce.
- Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until cheese melts, then garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Mushroom Pasta with White Wine take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 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 Sautéed Mushroom 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 Sautéed Mushroom 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 Sautéed Mushroom 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 Sautéed Mushroom Pasta with White Wine?
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
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this sautéed are incredible.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
