Spicy Spinach Mushroom Pasta

Ingredients

• 10 oz pasta
• 20 oz chopped mushrooms - white and oyster mushrooms
• 3 garlic minced
• 1/2 jalapeño chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika or cayenne
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 onion diced
• 4 garlic minced
• 2 handful spinach
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon all purpose flour
• 8 oz milk
• 8 oz broth
• 2 cups (16oz) heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 Parmesan cheese
• 1-2 cups mozzarella cheese
• Chili oil (optional)
• Chili flakes (optional)

Method

1. 1

   Cook pasta in salted water to al dente, do not overcook.

2. 2

   Cook mushrooms in butter for 5-6 minutes until browned, then add garlic, jalapeño, and seasonings (salt, pepper, paprika/cayenne, turmeric), and remove from heat.

3. 3

   Sauté onion, garlic, and spinach in olive oil for 1-2 minutes, then remove.

4. 4

   Add butter and flour over low-medium heat and whisk for 1-2 minutes until browned, then slowly pour in milk and broth.

5. 5

   Sprinkle in Parmesan cheese, then add the sautéed spinach and heavy whipping cream once the sauce starts to thicken.

6. 6

   Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

7. 7

   Add pasta into the sauce, then top with the cooked mushrooms and mozzarella cheese.

8. 8

   Cover with a lid until melted, and optionally drizzle with chili oil and chili flakes before serving.