Creamy Garlic Mushroom Pasta
A simple yet delicious vegetarian dish, this pasta combines the earthy flavors of roasted mushrooms and garlic with creamy cheese and fresh spinach. It's a quick and cost-effective meal, ideal as a main course, and perfect for those who love Italian-inspired cuisine. Suitable for meal prep with easy adaptability for vegan diets, it's a healthy, comforting choice for any dinner occasion.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- pot for boiling pasta
- Mixing bowl
- garlic press optional
- kitchen knife.
- Cutting board
- aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 14 oz Mushrooms or 400g, sliced
- 1-2 Onions depending on size and preference
- 2 tbsp Fresh Thyme: 2 tablespoons
- Salt to taste
- Black Pepper to taste
- Olive Oil as needed
- 7 oz Cream Cheese or 200g
- 1 Whole Garlic Bulb top cut off to expose cloves
- 14 oz Pasta or 400g
- 7 oz Baby Spinach: 200g or 200g
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 180°C (356°F).
Prepare Mushrooms and Onions:
- Place the sliced mushrooms and onions on a baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
Add Cream Cheese and Garlic:
- Dot the cream cheese around the mushrooms onions.
- Place the whole garlic bulb, cut side up, on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle the garlic with a bit of olive oil.
Bake:
- Cover the baking sheet with aluminium foil.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, until the garlic is soft and the mushrooms and onions are tender.
Cook the Pasta:
- While the mushrooms, onions, and garlic are baking, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Ensure it's ready when the mushrooms and onions are done.
Combine Everything:
- After baking, squeeze the roasted garlic cloves into a bowl and mash them.
- Add the garlic, baby spinach, and cooked pasta to the baking sheet with mushrooms and onions.
- Toss everything well to combine.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the warm dish and enjoy each delicious bite!
Notes
The dish can be customized with additional vegetables or herbs.
Leftovers store well and can be reheated, making it great for meal prep.
Roasting the garlic is key for a mellow, sweet flavor – don’t skip this step!
Leftovers store well and can be reheated, making it great for meal prep.
Roasting the garlic is key for a mellow, sweet flavor – don’t skip this step!
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcal