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Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta

Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta

Sun-dried tomato pasta is a decadent yet easy 30-minute meal that brings vibrant flavors and creamy textures to your dinner table. This dish features the rich taste of sun-dried tomatoes combined with garlic, fresh spinach, and parmesan cheese in a luscious sauce that clings beautifully to your pasta. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike. With its hearty ingredients and quick preparation time, you can enjoy restaurant-quality pasta right at home.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces uncooked pasta
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup dry white apple vinegar or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil salted water in a large pot; cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and minced garlic; sauté for about 30 seconds.
  3. Whisk in apple vinegar (or broth) with Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning; reduce by half.
  4. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and heavy cream; simmer gently for around 5 minutes.
  5. Mix in parmesan cheese until melted, then add fresh spinach until wilted.
  6. Toss cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet; season with salt and pepper before serving.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For a vegan version, swap heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream and omit parmesan or use plant-based cheese. Feel free to customize with additional proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp.