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Quick and Easy Mushroom Spinach Pasta – A 25-Minute Vegetarian Delight

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An easy and satisfying vegetarian pasta tossed with sautéed mushrooms, wilted spinach, garlic, and Parmesan — ready in just 25 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz pasta (spaghetti, penne, or farfalle)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 10 oz cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced

  • 3–4 garlic cloves, minced

  • 5 oz fresh spinach

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • Reserved pasta water (½ to 1 cup)

  • Optional: red pepper flakes, lemon zest, fresh herbs

Instructions

  • Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain.

  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet. Sauté mushrooms until browned.

  • Add garlic and cook 1–2 minutes. Add spinach and cook until wilted.

  • Add pasta, reserved water, and Parmesan. Toss to combine.

  • Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes or lemon zest. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free pasta for a GF version.

  • Add cream or vegan substitutes for different styles.

  • Delicious as-is or with protein add-ins like chicken or tofu.

Find it online: https://simplehomeflavors.com/quick-and-easy-mushroom-spinach-pasta-a-25-minute-vegetarian-delight/