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A comforting Italian pasta dish featuring al dente fettuccine tossed in a silky garlic Parmesan cream sauce with sautéed mushrooms and fresh spinach. Ready in 30 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
minced
sliced
freshly grated
or to taste
freshly ground
Cooking InstructionsInstructions
Cook the pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
Sauté mushrooms and garlic
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until browned, 5–6 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Make the cream sauce
Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper. Add spinach and cook until wilted, 1–2 minutes.
Combine and serve
Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (4 servings total)
Cooking Tips
- Drain excess fat after browning beef for a lighter skillet.
- Bloom taco seasoning for 60 seconds to deepen flavor.
- Use 93% lean turkey with 1 tbsp oil as a lighter swap.
- Make it spicier with diced jalapeño or cayenne.
- Serve with tortillas, rice, or as lettuce bowls with toppings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use turkey instead of ground beef?
Yes. Use 93% lean ground turkey and add 1 tablespoon of oil to prevent dryness.
How do I make it spicier?
Add diced jalapeño, extra chili powder, or a pinch of cayenne. Top with hot salsa.
Best way to serve the taco skillet?
Serve with tortillas, over rice, or as lettuce taco bowls with sour cream, avocado, salsa, and lime.