Description
This One Pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta is a quick and easy vegetarian pasta dish that is perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner. With sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and spinach, this creamy pasta is bursting with delicious Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (from sun-dried tomato jar)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and garlic, and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Pasta and Liquid: Stir in the red pepper flakes if using. Add the uncooked pasta, vegetable broth, and cream to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10–12 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pasta is cooked and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
- Finish Dish: Stir in the Parmesan cheese and baby spinach. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use plant-based cream and omit the Parmesan or use a vegan alternative.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
