Description
A delicious and comforting dish featuring pasta in a rich and creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, infused with fresh basil.
Ingredients
- Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes (jarred in oil)
- Fresh Basil
- Heavy Cream
- Garlic (minced)
- Parmesan Cheese (grated)
- Olive Oil
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente, reserving half a cup of pasta water.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
- Add Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and simmer, adding reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- Incorporate Basil and Cheese: Add fresh basil and grated Parmesan, stirring until melted.
- Combine with Pasta: Toss cooked pasta with the sauce, seasoning to taste.
- Serve and Enjoy: Plate the pasta, garnishing with more basil and Parmesan.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using grilled chicken or sautéed mushrooms. Always reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: pasta, creamy, sun-dried tomato, Italian, quick meal, comfort food