Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Pasta Bake
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4.7
Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Pasta Bake
Description
The Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Pasta Bake brings together cooked pasta and a sauce made from sautéed onions, thinly sliced mushrooms, and baby spinach seasoned with Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Butter is used for the sauté, and minced garlic enhances the aroma. A roux is formed by whisking in flour, then vegetable broth and light cream are added to create a smooth sauce. Parmesan cheese is stirred in off heat for depth.
The sauce is poured over pasta in a baking dish, then mozzarella is sprinkled on top. Baking at 375°F for about 18-20 minutes melts the cheese and blends flavors, producing a creamy, cheesy casserole with tender mushrooms and spinach. Fresh parsley adds a touch of color and freshness at the end.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta uncooked
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 1 onion diced, small
- 1 pound mushroom thinly sliced, of choice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth or water
- 1 cup light cream or half and half
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped fresh leaves
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 375F.In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well. Set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. onion and mushrooms, cook for 2-3 minute or until the mushrooms are soft and tender. Add garlic, spinach, italian seasoning, and salt + pepper. cook for another minute.
- Whisk in flour until lightly browned, about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in vegetable broth and then cream, and cook, whisking constantly, until incorporated, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in parmesan just before turning off heat.
- Pour cooked pasta into a large 13x9 baking dish. Top with spinach mushroom cream sauce. Drizzle with mozzarella cheese. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until bubbly.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 412 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 412kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 481mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 518mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 2042IU | 41% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 196mg | 20% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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