Creamy Pasta and Portabellas Recipe

Name: Creamy Pasta and Portabellas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) box cavatappi pasta; 2 portabella mushrooms; ¼ cup fresh basil, chiffonade; 1 cup arugula; 12 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese; 8 ounces mozzarella cheese; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 pinch salt; pepper; fresh lemon juice, if desired

Servings: persons

1
Prepare cavatappi according to package directions.
2
Drain and set aside.
3
Meanwhile clean stems of portabellas and discard.
4
Slice mushrooms in thin slices and drizzle with olive oil.
5
Place on parchment lined baking sheet and sprinke with kosher salt or sea salt.
6
Broil approximately 4-5 minutes until lightly browned; set aside.
7
Place drained cavatappi in a baking dish; add 2 T softened butter.
8
Add ricotta and mix until blended.
9
Cover with mushrooms.
10
Top with mozarella.
11
Bake uncovered about 15 minutes on 325F until cheese is melted.
12
Remove from oven.
13
Place handful of fresh arugula on each plate.
14
Cover with pasta and mushrooms.
15
Cut basil with sharp knife into chiffonade ribbons right before you use it.
16
It will keep its flavor and aroma.
17
Sprinkle with fresh basil.
18
Squeeze fresh lemon on top, if desired.

530

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (10 ounce) box cavatappi pasta, 2 portabella mushrooms, ¼ cup fresh basil, chiffonade, 1 cup arugula, and more.

Yes, Creamy Pasta and Portabellas falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Pasta and Portabellas

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Variations & substitutions

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