Description
If you’re looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish, this Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta is the perfect choice!
Ingredients
Scale
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- 12 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or tortellini)
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
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- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
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- 3 cloves garlic, minced
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- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
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- 1 cup heavy cream
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- ½ cup vegetable broth or pasta water
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- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
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- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
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- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
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- Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Step 2: Make the Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce
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- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
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- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and garlic, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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- Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
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- Pour in vegetable broth (or pasta water) and let simmer for 2 minutes.
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- Reduce heat to low, then stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
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- Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring until smooth.
Step 3: Combine & Serve
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- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, coating evenly.
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- Add salt and black pepper to taste.
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- Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan.
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- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
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- Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes – They add more flavor than dry-packed.
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- Reserve pasta water – It helps thicken the sauce and improve texture.
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- Want a lighter version? – Swap heavy cream for half-and-half or coconut milk.
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- For extra protein – Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
Keywords: Sun Dried Tomato Pasta