Ingredients
12 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup sundried tomatoes, chopped
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Cook garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Sauté sundried tomatoes: Add chopped sundried tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes to release their flavor.
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Add broth and pasta: Stir in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions, until al dente.
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Make the sauce: Reduce the heat and stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the pasta.
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Season: Add salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.
Notes
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Add vegetables like spinach, kale, or roasted red peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
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For a spicier dish, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes when cooking the garlic.
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For a meaty variation, add cooked chicken .
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To make it vegan, substitute with plant-based cream and nutritional yeast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
