Herb-Infused Tomato Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

Name: Herb-Infused Tomato Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti; 3 tbsp olive oil; 2, minced garlic cloves; 14 oz canned diced tomatoes; 2 tbsp, drained and chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil; 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil; 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

A vibrant pasta dish featuring sun-dried tomato pesto swirled into a simple tomato sauce, finished with fresh herbs and a hint of garlic.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

8 oz spaghetti
3 tbsp olive oil
2, minced garlic cloves
14 oz canned diced tomatoes
2 tbsp, drained and chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil
1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Stir in 14 oz canned diced tomatoes and 2 tbsp chopped sun-dried tomatoes; simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, then stir in drained spaghetti and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water to create a glossy sauce.