Description
A delicious and easy one-pan recipe for sun-dried tomato pasta that combines creamy flavors with fresh spinach.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the penne pasta, vegetable broth, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked and the liquid has thickened.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the cheese is melted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove from heat and let it sit for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- For a protein boost, add cooked chicken or shrimp during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Substitute the heavy cream with a plant-based cream for a lighter or dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg