Description
A simple yet delicious pasta dish that’s perfect for any occasion. The blend of flavors will make you fall in love with it instantly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- You can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg