Make this Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Pasta for a delectable harmony of savory flavors. Succulent mushrooms come together with vibrant spinach for a healthy and filling meal.
Best of all is the luscious sauce made from evaporated milk and bold Parmesan cheese for a rich and satisfying pasta dish. You’ll love the easy prep and cleanup--this spinach mushroom pasta is ready in 30 minutes!
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💚 About This Recipe
I love a quick and tasty pasta dish to serve for a super easy weeknight meal! This creamy mushroom spinach pasta has everything you need for a satisfying dinner with lots of nutrition.
Best of all, it only takes 30 minutes from start to finish, and you'll need just 6 ingredients! The whole family will love this pasta dish that's loaded with healthy veggies and yummy cheese.
This spinach mushroom pasta is right up there with my Easy One Pot Lemon Pasta when it comes to speedy and delicious weeknight meals. For more mushroom flavor, enhance this dish with a Mushroom Sauce with Greek Yogurt. And if you love this, you should check out this Creamy Spinach Ricotta Pasta Bake as well!
🧂 Ingredients Needed
- pasta - I used farfalle for this spinach mushroom pasta, but feel free to use your favorite kind.
- mushrooms - buy pre-sliced mushrooms for easy prep. White button mushrooms are perfect.
- garlic - fresh garlic is a great option, but you can also buy jarred, pre-minced garlic for super easy cooking.
- evaporated milk - gives your pasta a thick and creamy texture.
- baby spinach - provides lots of nutritional value and a pop of green color.
- Parmesan cheese - gives your pasta a delicious cheesy flavor.
🔪 Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the directions on the box.
- Reserve ⅓ cup pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- Meanwhile, add the mushrooms and garlic to a separate pot and saute for 5-6 minutes.
- Add evaporated milk and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to medium, then add spinach and stir until wilted.
- Add Parmesan cheese and mix well.
- Add the cooked pasta.
- Toss until everything is well coated. Add reserved pasta water if needed.
❔ FAQs
Not only is it low in calories, spinach is also loaded with vitamins like vitamin A, C, and K1. It also has other nutritional value, including iron, calcium, and folic acid.
White button mushrooms are the most common mushrooms you'll find in stores. People also cook with cremini mushrooms, portobello mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, and oyster mushrooms.
One serving of this spinach mushroom pasta has about 500 calories.
💭 Expert Tips and Tricks
- I recommend fresh spinach, but frozen spinach can also be used. Thaw it and drain it before adding.
- If using jarred mushrooms, drain them before adding them.
- The pasta water is a great way to ensure that all of the pasta is completely coated in the sauce.
- As it sits and cools, the sauce will thicken. Add more pasta water or evaporated milk to achieve the consistency you like.
📌 Make this pasta with spinach and mushrooms for a fast and reliable meal that's great for a quick weeknight dinner!
💡 Substitutions and Variations
- Top with additional cheese, or add a dusting of paprika or some fresh chopped parsley.
- For more flavor, add seasonings like basil, thyme, or cayenne or red pepper flakes for some heat. You can also add salt and pepper to taste.
- If you want to add some protein, mix in some cooked chicken. Buy frozen pre-cooked chicken and mix it in to the pasta if you don't already have chicken!
- Add more veggies like peppers, zucchini, or broccoli for additional nutrition.
🥫 Storage and Reheating
Store your spinach and mushroom pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat, pop it in the microwave for a minute or so at a time and mix in between.
This pasta can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Allow it to thaw in the fridge overnight, then reheat as normal.
🍴 What To Serve With This Dish
Although this pasta already has veggies, you can pair it with another veggie side dish like Air Fryer Broccoli or Corn Ribs for additional nutrition. These Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts or a refreshing Cucumber Salad also make great side dish options!
✔️ More Pasta Recipes You'll Love
- One Pot Zucchini Mushroom Pasta - If you're looking for a recipe with even easier prep, make this dish that only requires one pot!
- 20 Minute Creamy Pesto Pasta - Fans of basil will love this fast and satisfying pasta dinner/
- Chickpea Pasta Salad - This healthy pasta salad is great as a side dish or even a filling and nutritious lunch.
- Air Fryer Pasta Chips - This fun recipe from Cocktails and Appetizers turns simple cooked pasta into a crispy snack that's great to serve with your favorite dipping sauces!
Creamy Mushroom Spinach Pasta
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Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Pasta
Ingredients
- 16 ounces pasta (farfalle or your favorite)
- 16 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 2 ½ cups evaporated milk
- 5 ounces baby spinach
- 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan
Instructions
- Cook the pasta until almost al dente according to package directions.16 ounces pasta (farfalle or your favorite)
- When the pasta is done, reserve some of the pasta water (about ⅓ cup), then drain the pasta and set aside until the sauce is ready.
- While the pasta is cooking, add the mushrooms and garlic into a large skillet over medium high heat and saute until the mushrooms are softened, about 6 minutes.16 ounces sliced mushrooms, 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- Add the evaporated milk and heat to simmering.2 ½ cups evaporated milk
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the spinach in and allow it to wilt.5 ounces baby spinach
- Add the parmesan cheese and mix well.1 cup grated fresh Parmesan
- Add the pasta and toss to coat. Cook for another 5-10 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken. Add in the pasta water as needed if the sauce starts to get too thick.
Notes
- Sprinkle with additional parmesan cheese, paprika, and/or some chopped parsley if desired.
- Fresh is best but you can use frozen spinach if needed. Thaw and drain before adding to the sauce.
- To use jarred mushrooms, drain before adding.
- The sauce will thicken more upon standing. You can add more pasta water later or even a little more evaporated milk if it gets too thick.
- Some additional seasonings you can add to taste: salt, pepper, and any other preferred herbs or spices like basil, thyme, cayenne pepper, or red pepper flakes.
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Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.
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Beth says
This pasta is so good! I love how creamy it is and the simple ingredients. I made it just like the recipe called for last night, but next time, I'm adding some Italian sausage.
Chris says
So creamy and delicious. Our family all enjoyed this recipe very much.
Dina and Bruce says
What a tasty recipe! So simple, and so hearty!
Andrea says
I am loving the flavor combination in this comforting and delicious pasta.
Justine says
So creamy, delicious and easy to make! Was a big hit at dinner!