This creamy garlic mushroom pasta is rich, comforting, and deeply satisfying — a vegetarian dish that feels indulgent without being heavy. Enjoy!
Bold flavor, simple steps, and that homemade comfort as only a GoodPlate.Co meal can deliver.
🧾 Introduction
Some meals don’t just feed your body, they fill your heart with joy. This creamy garlic mushroom pasta is rich, comforting, and deeply satisfying — a vegetarian dish that feels indulgent without being heavy. is an easy weeknight dinner/summer meal/meal prep, and tastes like you paid for a gourmet meal, yet, full of the kind of comfort that only a home-cooked GoodPlate delivers.
Now, this is a staple in my rotation — simple enough for any weeknight, yet bold enough to serve when company drops by. Every bite hits that perfect balance of sweet & savory, heart, and happiness.
🕒 Quick Facts
| Prep Time | 10 mins |
| Cook Time | 15 mins |
| Total Time | 25 mins |
| Servings | 4 |
| Difficulty | Easy |
🧂 Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta of choice
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 12 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
The Sides
- Garlic bread
- Roasted or steamed vegetables
- Freshly prepared salad
👩🍳 Bringing It All Together
- Open your heart to love and gratitude. Turn on your favorite music.
- First, cook the pasta until al dente.
- Sauté mushrooms until golden. Add garlic and butter.
- Pour in the cream, simmer gently, and stir in the parmesan.
- Toss with pasta and finish with fresh herbs.
- Finally, plate a good plate, serve warm, and enjoy a dish that never disappoints — gourmet flavor made at home with love.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Gluten-free option: Use certified gluten-free products and double-check the labels of your sauce and spices.
- Dairy-free option: Use coconut cream, nut milk (cashew, walnut)
- Meal prep: Assemble into meal portions for a quick lunch/dinner during the week
- Linguine, bowtie, penne, cremini, and oyster mushrooms or a mushroom blend work beautifully in this recipe as well.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with your choice of sides: roasted/steamed vegetables. Add a fresh, crisp salad for cool balance and a light, refreshing beverage.
❄️ Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat until it smells irresistible, about 10 minutes. You’ll have time to set the table, light some candles, and don’t forget your favorite chill music.
💬 Final Bite
Sweet & savory, garlic mushroom pasta brings indulgent, elegant comfort— this recipe delivers every single time. It’s a GoodPlate.Co favorite because it’s simple, satisfying, and always a crowd-pleaser. When you make it, tag @GoodPlate.Co — we’d love to see your plate!