Creamy Goodness Pasta Dish (Printable)

Luscious pasta with mushrooms, garlic, and a rich creamy sauce for an easy, comforting weeknight meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz fettuccine or tagliatelle

→ Sauce

02 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 9 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 cup heavy cream
07 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - ½ tsp salt
09 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
10 - ¼ tsp ground nutmeg

→ Garnish

11 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
12 - Extra Parmesan cheese, for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
02 - Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until golden and tender.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Incorporate Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
05 - Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss until fully coated. If the sauce is too thick, loosen with a splash of reserved pasta water.
06 - Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and additional parsley if desired.

# Expert Hacks:

01 -
  • The rich cream sauce hides that perfect balance between indulgence and comfort like a little secret between friends
  • The tender mushrooms and garlic come together to make every bite feel like a cozy celebration
02 -
  • Reserve pasta water; it’s your secret weapon to perfect sauce consistency every time
  • Don’t rush sautéing mushrooms—golden edges mean flavor depth that makes this dish special
03 -
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan—it melts better and adds depth you just can’t get from pre-grated cheese
  • Keep an eye on the sauce as it simmers; patience here pays off with the perfect creamy texture that clings beautifully

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