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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Recipe Perfect for Dinner

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A creamy and indulgent pasta dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz fettuccine (or any pasta of your choice)
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (use the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes jar for added richness)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 2 cups spinach, roughly chopped (optional)
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes until softened.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken or vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and gradually add in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until fully melted and creamy.
  6. Toss in the chopped spinach and let it wilt in the sauce for about 1-2 minutes.
  7. Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
  8. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  9. Transfer the pasta to plates or bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of chopped parsley, if desired.

Notes

[‘Don’t overcook the pasta to avoid a mushy texture.’, ‘Use fresh Parmesan for a smoother sauce.’, ‘Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.’, ‘Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.’, ‘Customize the recipe with protein additions or dietary substitutions.’]

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Keywords: Creamy pasta, Sun-dried tomato pasta, Easy dinner recipe, Comfort food, Italian pasta

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