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A vibrant plate of creamy spaghetti topped with chopped sun-dried tomatoes, garnished with fresh basil, served with a sprinkle of grated cheese. The pasta is glossy, with a rich tomato sauce, presented on a rustic white plate. Surrounding the dish are fresh ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and basil leaves, styled casually on a wooden surface with natural daylight.

Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Spaghetti for Easy Weeknight Dinner

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A creamy, flavorful spaghetti dish with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 400g spaghetti
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, sauté for 2 minutes.
  3. Pour in heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
  4. Add cooked spaghetti to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Garnish with chopped basil and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • Add crushed red pepper flakes for some heat.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 550 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg