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Sun Dried Tomato Pasta: Amazing 30-Minute Meal

Sun Dried Tomato Pasta
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This Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta recipe offers a quick and flavorful meal with a rich, tangy sauce that coats pasta perfectly. It’s easy to customize and ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil, drained and chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup vegetable broth or reserved pasta water
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth or reserved pasta water. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
  6. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the pasta and stir until melted and creamy.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add more pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve.

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, increase the red pepper flakes.
  • You can add grilled chicken, shrimp, or sautéed vegetables for a heartier meal.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • To make this vegan, use nutritional yeast or vegan cheese instead of Parmesan and ensure your broth is plant-based.
  • If using fresh tomatoes, sauté cherry tomatoes until soft.

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