Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) pasta of choice
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sun dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chopped sun dried tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce and toss to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Add grilled chicken or spinach for extra protein and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Moderate Fat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, sun dried tomato pasta, weeknight dinner