Penne With Mushrooms, Spinach & Chives

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Delicious Penne With Mushrooms, Spinach & Chives Recipe
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon butter
1 lb chestnut mushrooms , sliced
14 ounces dry penne pasta
2 tablespoons fresh chives , chopped
2 tablespoons creme fraiche
1 small lemon , juice and zest of
nutmeg , for grating
8 ounces Baby Spinach
fresh ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
504
Sugar
4g
Fat
17g
Penne With Mushrooms, Spinach & Chives is a classic Italian pasta dish that is easy and quick to make. The dish is made with penne pasta, sliced mushrooms, baby spinach, and seasoned with creme fraiche, chives, nutmeg, and lemon. The combination of flavors and textures makes this dish a family favorite. It can also be prepared ahead of time and reheated, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it as a main course or as a side dish to your favorite meat.

Instructions

1.Cook the pasta according to the package instructions in a pot of salted boiling water.
2.While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil and butter in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
3.Add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid and become tender.
4.Add the baby spinach and stir until wilted.
5.In a mixing bowl, mix creme fraiche, chopped chives, nutmeg, and lemon zest and juice.
6.Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the frying pan with the mushroom and spinach mixture.
7.Pour the creme fraiche mixture over the pasta and stir until well combined.
8.Serve hot with a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper.

PROS

This Penne With Mushrooms, Spinach & Chives recipe is a one-pot meal that is easy, quick to make, and full of flavor.

The dish is vegetarian-friendly and perfect for weeknight dinners.

CONS

This recipe is quite heavy on carbs, so it might not be suitable for people on low-carb diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The dish contains mushrooms, spinach, and lemon, all of which have health benefits.
Mushrooms are a good source of antioxidants and vitamins that help boost the immune system.
Spinach is rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber that aid digestion.
Lemons are an excellent source of vitamin C, which reduces inflammation and helps the skin look healthy and glowing.

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