This Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Will Make You Ditch Regular Mac & Cheese
This Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta is a delicious alternative to the traditional mac & cheese, packed with flavor and nutrition.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Toss in the cooked pasta, ensuring it’s well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta, Pasta Recipes, Alternative Mac and Cheese