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Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Recipe

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This One-Pan Sun-dried Tomato Pasta is a quick, creamy, and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Made with angel hair pasta cooked directly in chicken stock and finished with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, butter, and parmesan cheese, it delivers comfort with minimal cleanup. Optional cream cheese adds extra creaminess, while Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes enhance the depth of flavor.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken stock or bone broth (for extra protein)
  • 1/2 cup half and half or whole milk, room temperature
  • 1 (8 oz) jar sun-dried tomatoes in oil, oil drained
  • 8 oz angel hair pasta
  • 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened (optional for extra creaminess)

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Mince the garlic cloves and drain the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes. Measure out all ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
  2. Melt Butter and Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet or pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned, to bring out the aromatic flavors.
  3. Add Liquids and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken stock (or bone broth), followed by the half and half or whole milk. Stir in the Italian seasoning, freshly cracked pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes if using. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add Pasta and Sun-dried Tomatoes: Add the angel hair pasta and the drained sun-dried tomatoes to the pan. Submerge the pasta completely in the liquid. Cover and cook on medium heat for approximately 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Finish with Cheeses: Lower the heat and stir in the parmesan cheese and optional softened cream cheese until melted and creamy, fully coating the pasta. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • Using bone broth instead of chicken stock boosts the protein content.
  • Ensure milk is at room temperature to avoid curdling when added to hot liquid.
  • Angel hair pasta cooks quickly; watch carefully to prevent overcooking.
  • For a vegan version, substitute butter with olive oil, use plant-based milk, and vegan cheese alternatives.
  • Red pepper flakes add heat, but can be omitted for a milder dish.

Find it online: https://mealoria.com/sun-dried-tomato-pasta-recipe/