Creamy Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta with Fresh Basil

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-18 · Updated 2026-04-18

Tender spaghetti coated in a rich, garlicky sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil, finished with a touch of Parmesan for a restaurant-quality dinner in minutes. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs spaghetti, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 540 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp, chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/4 cup vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup, thinly sliced fresh basil
• 1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup vegetable broth and cook for 1 minute to reduce slightly. Add drained spaghetti and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water, tossing vigorously for 2 minutes until sauce clings to noodles.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat, stir in 1/4 cup fresh basil and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and toss to combine.