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One Pot Zucchini Mushroom Pasta Recipe

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This One Pot Zucchini Mushroom Pasta is a quick and easy meal perfect for busy weeknights. Combining fresh cremini mushrooms, tender zucchini, and sweet peas with spaghetti, all cooked in one pot for minimal cleanup, this creamy pasta dish is flavored with garlic, thyme, Parmesan, and a touch of heavy cream to create a comforting and flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

Vegetables and Herbs

  • 1 pound cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • 2 zucchini, thinly sliced and quartered
  • ⅔ cup peas
  • 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 2 sprigs thyme

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 pound spaghetti
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Dairy

  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients: In a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the spaghetti, thinly sliced mushrooms, quartered zucchini, peas, sliced garlic, thyme sprigs, and 4 1/2 cups of water. Season the mixture with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  2. Cook the pasta and vegetables: Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the liquid has mostly evaporated. This should take about 8 to 10 minutes.
  3. Finish with cheese and cream: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and heavy cream until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
  4. Serve immediately: Remove the thyme sprigs and serve the pasta hot for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh thyme sprigs for the best flavor infusion.
  • Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
  • You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter option, though the sauce will be less rich.
  • This recipe is best served immediately as the pasta can absorb more liquid and thicken if left to sit.
  • For a vegan version, omit Parmesan and cream and use plant-based alternatives.

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