Irresistible Sun Dried Tomato Pasta No Chop! Weeknight Magic
A creamy, tangy pasta with sun-dried tomatoes that comes together in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this no-chop recipe is full of flavor and comfort.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
· 12 oz (340 g) pasta of your choice
· 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, roughly chopped
· 2 tablespoons olive oil
· 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
· 1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth
· 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
· 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
· 1/2 cup grated parmesan or nutritional yeast
· Salt and black pepper to taste
· Fresh basil or parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Cook pasta according to package instructions; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté sun-dried tomatoes 2-3 minutes.
3. Add cream and broth; stir in Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in parmesan or nutritional yeast until creamy; thin with pasta water if needed.
5. Toss pasta in sauce until coated; adjust seasoning.
6. Serve hot, garnished with basil or parsley.
Notes
· Oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes give richer flavor.
· Add pasta water to achieve desired sauce consistency.
· Can be made dairy-free or gluten-free.
· Great with added proteins or vegetables.