Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Recipe
This creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta is a family favorite for busy weeknights—it's sure to become one of yours, too.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 781kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces sundried tomatoes about 1 cup, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 3 cups whole milk divided
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound bow tie pasta
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated (plus more for serving)
- ½ cup chopped fresh basil
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Drain the oil from 8 ounces sundried tomatoes into a large pot. Chop the sundried tomatoes.
- Heat the oil over medium heat, and add the tomatoes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, then add 4 garlic cloves. Sauté for another minute.
- Add 2 ½ cups of whole milk along with 2 cups of water, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add 1 pound bow tie pasta (dry), cover, and cook until al dente (about 7-8 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Add in 1 cup Parmesan cheese and remaining ½ cup milk and stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and add ½ cup chopped fresh basil and ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, and stir. Top with more Parmesan cheese and serve!
Notes
- If using dehydrated tomatoes, use ⅓ cup of oil to sauté the tomatoes and garlic in step 2.
- Penne, macaroni, or rotini noodles may be used in place of the bowtie noodles if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 781kcal | Carbohydrates: 127g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 831mg | Potassium: 2522mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 1184IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 620mg | Iron: 7mg
