Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
This creamy sun-dried tomato pasta recipe with garlicky broccoli and parmesan cheese is an easy weeknight dinner done in about 30 minutes.
Servings: 6
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 ounces whole grain spaghetti or regular spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup dry white wine, like Chardonnay (use your favorite)
- 1 cup julienne cut sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon sliced fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- shredded parmesan cheese, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to the directions on the package.
- In the meantime, heat the olive oil in a large skillet set over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and cook it for 20 seconds or until fragrant, stirring frequently.
- Add the broccoli and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add broth and wine. Bring it to a boil.
- Stir in the tomatoes, basil, and Italian seasoning. Reduce the heat and simmer covered for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the liquid reduces.
- Remove the lid and stir in the milk and heavy cream.
- Season with salt and pepper. Cover and continue to cook for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- Drain the spaghetti and add it to the broccoli mixture. Toss together until well combined.
- Garnish with parmesan cheese.
- Serve.
Notes
- Add protein by tossing in chopped grilled chicken or steak.
- Make the sauce creamier and use 1/4 cup heavy cream, but leave out the milk. If you'd like to leave out the heavy cream, use about 1/4 cup milk.
- Stir in extra veggies like mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers.
- Add heat with red pepper flakes, chili oil, or cayenne pepper.
- Garnish with parsley, fried shallots, or burrata cheese.
- Store in the fridge in an airtight container for 4 to 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 352kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 222mg | Potassium: 882mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 535IU | Vitamin C: 34.6mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 4.2mg
