Description
Spaghetti with mushrooms, garlic, and oil is a simple yet satisfying dish that brings warmth and comfort to any meal. This delightful recipe features al dente spaghetti tossed with earthy mushrooms, aromatic garlic, and a splash of extra virgin olive oil. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s a dish that promises to impress. Ready in just 20 minutes, this scrumptious pasta dish is sure to become a household favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dried spaghetti
- 8 oz cremini or shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil until shimmering. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and their juices are released.
- Add drained spaghetti to the skillet with mushrooms and garlic, tossing everything together. If needed, add reserved pasta water for moisture.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg