Sun-Dried Tomato Alfredo Pasta (Print Version)

Indulgent pasta in creamy Alfredo sauce enriched with sun-dried tomatoes and basil. Simple, bold Italian-American flavors.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz fettuccine or linguine

→ Alfredo Sauce

02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 cup heavy cream
05 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1/2 cup whole milk
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

→ Sun-Dried Tomato Mixture

09 - 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
10 - 2 tablespoons oil from sun-dried tomatoes jar
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
13 - Extra grated Parmesan cheese

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Cook fettuccine or linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter with oil from sun-dried tomatoes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring until fragrant.
03 - Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
04 - Pour heavy cream and whole milk into the pan, stirring to blend. Bring to a gentle simmer, then incorporate grated Parmesan, salt, and black pepper. Mix continuously until cheese has melted and the sauce has thickened, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
05 - Transfer drained pasta into the skillet. Toss well to ensure thorough coating in the Alfredo sauce. If the mixture is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
06 - Remove from heat. Fold in chopped fresh basil and check seasoning, adjusting if necessary. Plate immediately, garnishing with extra grated Parmesan.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses ingredients you already have or can easily find
  • Ready in under half an hour perfect for last-minute dinners
  • Vegetarian and endlessly adaptable for different diets
  • The flavor is luxurious cheesy with pops of bright tomato and herby freshness
02 -
  • Full of nourishing dairy protein and healthy fats
  • Delivers bold sun-dried tomato flavor even with minimal ingredients
  • Stays creamy for leftovers if you use the pasta water trick
03 -
  • Toast the garlic until just golden to highlight its natural sweetness not bitterness
  • Always use the reserved pasta water trick your sauce will never break or dry out
  • Freshly grate your own Parmesan instead of buying pre-shredded for a silkier melting sauce
  • If you want a thinner sauce add small amounts of pasta water at a time and stir continuously for control

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