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A vibrant bowl of Marry Me Pasta with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce

Best way to grow with Marry Me Pasta (Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato)

Indulge in this creamy, dreamy pasta dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes and a rich sauce, perfect for a cozy night in or a special occasion. It is so good, you just might want to marry it!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 ounces pasta
Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
Garnish
  • fresh basil for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions in salted water until al dente.
  2. Drain the pasta and set it aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
Sauce
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, bring to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
  4. Reduce heat to low, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth, then add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
  5. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
  2. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  3. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. You can also add grilled chicken or shrimp for a more substantial meal.