Description
A rich, velvety pasta dish made with sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Ready in under 20 minutes, this weeknight dinner feels indulgent and restaurant-quality without the effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz Fettuccine or Pappardelle
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (packed in oil), chopped
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Chicken Broth (low-sodium)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Chop sun-dried tomatoes, mince garlic, and grate Parmesan cheese.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 1 minute to release oils.
- Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add heavy cream and dried basil. Stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove skillet from heat. Gradually stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil, extra Parmesan, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
Save the pasta water; the starch helps the sauce cling to the noodles. Always remove the pan from heat before adding Parmesan to prevent a grainy texture. Use high-quality sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for the best flavor. For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 52
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 16
Keywords: pasta, sun-dried tomato, creamy pasta, weeknight dinner, easy recipe, Italian food, comfort food, quick meals