Sautéed Mushroom Spinach Pasta with White Wine
A simple, earthy pasta dish featuring mushrooms and spinach simmered in a light white wine sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 40 minutes pairs spaghetti, olive oil, medium, finely chopped onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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 chopped onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 8 oz, sliced mushrooms
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
- 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 onion, finely chopped, and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Step 3: Add 3 garlic cloves, minced, and 8 oz sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until mushrooms are golden and release their moisture.
- Step 4: Stir in 2 cups fresh spinach and cook for 1 minute until wilted.
- Step 5: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and simmer for 2 minutes until the liquid reduces by half and the wine is fragrant.
- Step 6: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet along with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water. Toss vigorously for 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats every strand.
- Step 7: Season with salt and pepper to taste, then sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Mushroom Spinach 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 Sautéed Mushroom 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 spaghetti from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Mushroom 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 Sautéed Mushroom 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.
What goes well with Sautéed Mushroom Spinach 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
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
