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A fork lifting creamy fettuccine noodles from a bowl of Spinach and Mushroom Alfredo Pasta topped with mushrooms.

Spinach and Mushroom Alfredo Pasta

After a busy day, you can make this comforting and quick Alfredo pasta using fresh spinach and mushrooms. This recipe proves that a satisfying meal is possible even when your time is limited.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta and Vegetables
  • 1 Water for boiling fettuccine Use your usual amount
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For sautéing
  • 10 ounces Portobello mushrooms Sliced baby portobellos
  • 3 cups Spinach A couple of handfuls
  • 3 cloves Garlic Crushed
  • 1 pound Fettuccine noodles
For the Alfredo Sauce
  • 1 cup Almond milk Or milk of choice
  • 5 tablespoons Butter
  • 1.25 cups Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 block Cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For vegetables and pasta water

Equipment

  • Stock pot
  • Large sauté pan
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Fill a stock pot halfway with water, add salt, and bring it to a boil.
  2. Heat a large sauté pan on medium heat and add the olive oil.
  3. Add the mushrooms to the pan and sauté for 5 minutes. Add the spinach, salt, and crushed garlic, and sauté for another 3 minutes.
  4. Add the fettuccine to the boiling water and cook for 12 minutes, or until you reach your desired consistency. Follow the directions on the pasta box for best results.
  5. Start the sauce: Add the milk and butter to a saucepan. Turn the heat to medium low and bring the mixture close to a boil.
  6. Add the parmesan cheese and cream cheese. Whisk the mixture until it melts and reaches a creamy consistency.
  7. Drain the pasta. You can save about 1 cup of the pasta water if you think your sauce might be too thick; use 1/4 cup of water to thin it if necessary, as you can always add more liquid.
  8. Add the alfredo sauce, the cooked spinach, and the mushroom mixture to the pan with the drained pasta. Stir everything together until it is fully combined.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy your meal.

Notes

This simple Alfredo sauce uses almond milk and cream cheese for a rich texture. If you prefer a thinner sauce, remember to reserve some of the starchy pasta water before draining the noodles.

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