Spinach Mushroom Fettuccine Alfredo: Indulgent Comfort Food Delight
A rich and creamy fettuccine alfredo featuring sautéed spinach and mushrooms, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Cook the fettuccine according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until browned.
- Add garlic and spinach to the skillet; sauté until the spinach wilts.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Feel free to add chicken or shrimp for added protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 14 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
Keywords: Spinach Mushroom Fettuccine Alfredo, comfort food, pasta recipe