Description
A rich and creamy pasta dish with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and herbs for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir well. Simmer for 3 minutes.
- Add parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir until cheese melts.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and mix until evenly coated.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for best flavor.
- Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream if desired.
- Add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: sun-dried tomato pasta, creamy pasta, vegetarian pasta, quick dinner