Pasta With Mushroom Garlic Sauce And Olives Recipe

Fuel your body and tantalize your taste buds with this light yet decadent Pasta with Creamy Mushroom, Garlic & Olive Sauce! Pasta is surprisingly low in fat and high in complex carbs for sustained energy. This recipe pairs perfectly cooked pasta with a rich, savory sauce bursting with earthy mushrooms, aromatic garlic, and briny olives. Discover the perfect balance of flavors and textures in under 40 minutes! #pasta #mushroom #garlic #olives #creamy #easyrecipe #dinner #italianfood #healthyrecipe

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 442.3 kcal
Protein 14g
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Ingredients for Pasta With Mushroom Garlic Sauce And Olives

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How to Make Pasta With Mushroom Garlic Sauce And Olives

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 8 ounces of sliced cremini mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened and lightly browned.
  3. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of chicken or vegetable stock.
  5. Stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream.
  6. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
  7. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.
  8. While the sauce simmers, cook 8 ounces of your favorite pasta according to package directions.
  9. Drain the pasta and add it to a large serving bowl.
  10. Pour the mushroom sauce over the pasta and toss to combine.
  11. Top with 1/2 cup of pitted Kalamata olives.
  12. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

31 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

135g

Carbs

3g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion For 1 Or 2 Sauces Condiments Etc Side Dishes Pasta Vegetables Dinner Party Stove Top Dietary Comfort Food Mushrooms Pasta Rice And Grains Taste Mood Equipment Number Of Servings Presentation Served Hot

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pasta With Mushroom Garlic Sauce And Olives?

Pasta With Mushroom Garlic Sauce And Olives takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pasta With Mushroom Garlic Sauce And Olives?

Pasta With Mushroom Garlic Sauce And Olives has approximately 442.3 calories per serving, with about 14 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 67 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pasta With Mushroom Garlic Sauce And Olives?

The key ingredients for Pasta With Mushroom Garlic Sauce And Olives are Mushrooms, Garlic, Stock, Cream, Salt, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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