Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta: This Dish Makes Mac & Cheese Irrelevant
Warning: This Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Will Make You Ghost Your Regular Mac & Cheese!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add garlic, stirring until fragrant.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, mixing well.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add more heavy cream to the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or shrimp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 60
Keywords: sun-dried tomatoes, pasta, mac and cheese alternative