Mushroom and Garlic Spaghetti Dinner Recipe
This Mushroom and Garlic Spaghetti Dinner is a simple yet flavorful pasta dish featuring sautéed cremini mushrooms, garlic, and Pecorino Romano cheese. Cooked al dente spaghetti is tossed with a rich mushroom and garlic butter sauce, enhanced with a touch of red pepper flakes and fresh parsley, making it a comforting and elegant meal perfect for any weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 1 pound dried spaghetti
Sauce and Toppings
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese, plus more for serving
- 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh parsley leaves
Instructions
- Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the dried spaghetti and cook until al dente, about 7 to 9 minutes or according to package instructions.
- Sauté Mushrooms: While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of the butter and the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the sliced cremini mushrooms and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Sauté until the mushrooms are browned and tender, approximately 5 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Finish Mushrooms: Add the minced garlic, red pepper flakes if using, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Continue sautéing for 1 minute more until fragrant and the butter is melted.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: When the pasta is done, reserve 3/4 cup of the cooking water, then drain the pasta thoroughly. Add the drained pasta, reserved cooking water, and grated Pecorino Romano cheese to the skillet with the mushrooms. Toss everything together over medium heat until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens, coating the pasta evenly, about 2 minutes.
- Add Parsley and Serve: Remove from heat, stir in the coarsely chopped fresh parsley, and toss to combine. Serve the pasta in shallow bowls with extra Pecorino Romano cheese on the side.
Notes
- Reserve some pasta water to help loosen the sauce and aid in coating the spaghetti evenly.
- You can substitute cremini mushrooms with button or portobello mushrooms depending on availability.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level or omit for a milder flavor.
- Use freshly grated Pecorino Romano for the best flavor and melting quality.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy texture of the sauce.
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