Mushroom Garlic Butter Pasta: The Best Comfort Food Recipe
This creamy Mushroom Garlic Butter Pasta is the perfect comfort food, combining savory mushrooms and rich garlic butter for an irresistible dish!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they are browned and tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine, and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked fettuccine, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until the pasta is well-coated with the sauce.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the cheese is vegetarian-friendly.
- Add cooked chicken or shrimp for added protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg