This rich and creamy pasta dish combines four delectable cheeses — Parmesan, Asiago, Fontina, and Mozzarella — with fresh spinach and mushrooms to create a one-of-a-kind dinner experience. Quick and easy to prepare and using only straight-forward ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Let’s begin!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of your favorite pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Asiago cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Fontina cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, which should take approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the four grated cheeses (Parmesan, mozzarella, Asiago, and Fontina) to the skillet. Stir until the cheeses are melted and combined.
- Pour in the heavy cream and gently stir until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the creamy cheese sauce and the spinach and mushrooms are evenly distributed.
- Serve your Four Cheese Pasta Florentine hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
You can use any combination of your favorite cheeses, but make sure to include some melt-friendly ones like mozzarella and Parmesan. To add an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of nutmeg to the cheese sauce. Feel free to customize the recipe with additional ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes, grilled chicken, or pancetta for extra deliciousness. If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it out with a bit of chicken or vegetable broth. Serve with a side salad and some crusty bread and enjoy!
*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 34g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
