Herb-Infused Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil

Name: Herb-Infused Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti; 3 tbsp olive oil; 4 cloves, minced garlic; 1/4 cup, oil-packed and chopped sun-dried tomatoes; 1/2 cup, packed fresh basil; 1/2 cup vegetable broth; 1 tsp lemon zest; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

A vibrant pasta dish featuring al dente spaghetti coated in a bright tomato-basil sauce with a hint of sun-dried tomato intensity.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti
3 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 cup, oil-packed and chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup, packed fresh basil
1/2 cup vegetable broth
1 tsp lemon zest
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

Step 1: Bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add 1/2 tsp salt and 12 oz spaghetti, cooking for 8-10 minutes until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes and 1/2 cup vegetable broth, simmering for 3 minutes until slightly reduced. Add 1/2 cup fresh basil, lemon zest, and 1/2 tsp salt, stirring until basil wilts.
Step 4: Toss drained spaghetti with sauce, adding 2 tbsp reserved pasta water to create a glossy coating. Cook for 1 minute until sauce adheres to pasta.