Description
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of this Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta. Each bite features al dente pasta perfectly coated in a creamy, savory sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh garlic, and aromatic basil. This quick and easy dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, sure to impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently until slightly thickened. If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet until well coated with sauce. Mix in grated Parmesan and fresh basil leaves.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1¼ cups)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg