Description
A vibrant dish showcasing the rich, tangy flavor of sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
- Pasta: Any type (spaghetti, penne, or fusilli)
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Jarred in oil or dried
- Olive Oil: Good quality
- Garlic: Fresh or minced
- Fresh Basil: For freshness
- Parmesan Cheese: Grated
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain, saving a bit of pasta water.
- Sauté the Garlic: Heat olive oil, add minced garlic, and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Add the Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Cook for a couple of minutes to enhance their flavor.
- Combine the Pasta: Mix in the drained pasta with the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Mix in the Cheese and Basil: Stir in grated Parmesan and fresh basil, adding reserved pasta water if desired.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper, stir well, and serve.
Notes
Don’t overcook the pasta for the best texture. You can customize with proteins or herbs as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg