Creamy Garlic & Mushroom Pasta
2 cups dried tube pasta (cooked and drained)
2 cups baby bella mushrooms, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 oz cream cheese
1 cup milk of choice
¼ cup pasta water
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
Large handful of spinach
1 tsp italian seasoning
Olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Basil
Parsley
Cook preferred pasta according to the package’s direction, drain and save some of the pasta water. Set aside.
In a large pan on medium heat, drizzle olive oil and add garlic. Saute until fragrant and add mushroom. Season with salt and half of the italian seasoning. Cook for 3-5 minutes until soft.
Add cream cheese and pasta water in and let it melt. Pour in the milk, salt, and italian seasoning. Let it come to a simmer and thicken. Once it starts to get a bit thicker, add the pasta and parmesan cheese. Mix well and add the spinach, basil, and parsley right before it’s done. Mix and serve. Enjoy!
