Creamy Mushroom Spinach Pasta for One

A quiet, creamy escape — earthy, warm, and soul-soothing.

This one-person pasta is perfect for nights when you want something cozy but light, creamy but 100% vegetarian. With sautéed mushrooms, baby spinach, and a silky, garlic-infused sauce, it’s like forest magic in a bowl 🌿

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💚 Why You’ll Love It:
• 100% vegetarian & optionally vegan
• Creamy, earthy, and deeply satisfying
• Done in under 20 minutes
• Just one pan and a pinch of peace 🧘

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🛒 Ingredients:
• 1/2 cup pasta (fusilli, penne, or spaghetti)
• 1/2 cup mushrooms (sliced — cremini, button, or mixed)
• 1 small garlic clove (minced)
• 1/2 cup baby spinach
• 1/3 cup oat milk or regular milk
• 1 tbsp cream cheese or vegan alternative
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Olive oil or butter for cooking
• Optional: a squeeze of lemon + nutritional yeast or parmesan

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🔥 Instructions:
1. Cook the pasta:
Boil in salted water. Reserve 1–2 tbsp of pasta water before draining.
2. Sauté mushrooms:
In a skillet, heat olive oil. Sauté mushrooms and garlic until golden and fragrant (5–6 mins).
3. Make it creamy:
Add milk, cream cheese, salt, pepper, and spinach. Stir until spinach wilts and sauce thickens (2–3 mins).
4. Combine:
Add drained pasta + a splash of pasta water. Toss until fully coated and creamy.
5. Serve:
Garnish with lemon zest, black pepper, or vegan cheese if you wish