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Creamy Tuscan Mushroom Sauce with Fettuccini

Creamy Tuscan mushroom pasta combines fettuccini with a rich Parmesan sauce.Mushrooms, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and roasted tomatoes add flavor.The comforting pasta dinner is ready in about 40 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine Italian-inspired

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fettuccini pasta
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup sliced white button mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup halal-certified chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 12 ounces rustic Tuscan mushroom blend
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the halved cherry tomatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for about 12 minutes, until softened and slightly caramelized around the edges.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccini according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Sauté until the mushrooms are tender and the spinach has wilted, about 4–5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables. Stir continuously for about 1 minute so the flour cooks without browning.
  • Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while whisking or stirring continuously to create a smooth sauce.
  • Add the heavy cream and Parmesan. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  • Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer gently until it begins to thicken. If it becomes too thick, add a splash of cream, milk, broth, or reserved pasta water.
  • Blend the rustic Tuscan mushroom mixture briefly until mostly smooth, then stir it into the Creamy Tuscan Mushroom Sauce with Fettuccini. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
  • Add the cooked fettuccini and toss gently until every strand is coated in the creamy mushroom sauce.
  • Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Top with the roasted cherry tomatoes and additional Parmesan before serving.

Notes

Baby bella or cremini mushrooms can replace white button mushrooms for a deeper, earthier flavor.
For extra vegetables, increase the spinach or add roasted bell peppers. Fresh basil can also be added just before serving for a bright herbal finish.
If you want additional protein, serve the pasta with sliced halal-certified grilled chicken. Garlic bread, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad also pair well with this creamy fettuccini.