One Pot Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta
A quick and easy one pot creamy sun dried tomato pasta that combines tender pasta with a rich, flavorful sauce made from sun dried tomatoes, garlic, and cream. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
12 ounces penne pasta
3 cups vegetable broth
1 cup water
1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Instructions
In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Add the chopped sun dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes to the pot and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the vegetable broth and water, then add the penne pasta, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.