One Pot Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil

Name: One Pot Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Basil
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti; 3 tbsp olive oil; 4 cloves, minced garlic; 1/2 cup, oil-packed, chopped sun-dried tomatoes; 1/2 cup, chopped fresh basil; 1/2 cup reserved pasta water; 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese

A vibrant, no-fuss pasta dish with tangy sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil, ready in 20 minutes.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: One Pot

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti
3 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic
1/2 cup, oil-packed, chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup, chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup reserved pasta water
1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

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.
Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant and tomatoes soften.
Step 3: Add drained spaghetti to the skillet along with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water and 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil. Toss vigorously for 1 minute until cheese melts into a creamy sauce that coats every strand, adding more pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency.