Description
Sun-dried tomato pasta is a delightful dish that combines the sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes and creamy sauce, all enveloped in perfectly cooked pasta. Ready in under 30 minutes, this vibrant meal bursts with flavor and color, making it an irresistible choice for both casual dinners and special celebrations. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can create a comforting plate that will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened while stirring occasionally.
- Add Cheese and Herbs: Stir in grated Parmesan and fresh basil until creamy and combined.
- Combine Pasta: Drain pasta (reserve some water) and toss it in the skillet with the sauce. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve: Plate the pasta, garnishing with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg