Here’s a full recipe for Fettuccine Alfredo with Button Mushrooms & Spinach—rich, creamy, and easy to make! I’ll give it step by step, including tips for making it extra flavorful.
Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
- 200 g (7 oz) fettuccine pasta
- 150 g (5 oz) button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or double cream)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional, for extra warmth)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- Sauté the mushrooms
- In a large pan, heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until golden brown and tender (about 5–6 minutes).
- Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Add garlic and spinach
- Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the spinach and cook until just wilted (about 1–2 minutes).
- Make the Alfredo sauce
- Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Add the remaining butter and Parmesan cheese gradually, stirring constantly until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if using.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to loosen it.
- Combine pasta and sauce
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the pan with the sauce.
- Toss gently until the pasta is evenly coated.
- Serve
- Plate the pasta, sprinkle extra Parmesan and chopped parsley on top.
- Optional: drizzle a tiny bit of olive oil for a glossy finish.
Tips for the Perfect Alfredo
- Use freshly grated Parmesan—it melts better than pre-grated.
- Don’t overcook the cream; keep it at low heat to prevent curdling.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for a slight brightness if desired.
If you want, I can also make a fancier restaurant-style version with a touch of white wine and caramelized mushrooms—it takes it up a notch without being complicated.
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