One-Pot Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Fresh Herbs

A simple, flavorful pasta dish where tender spaghetti is tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, herbs, and a light broth-based sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: One Pot

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1/2 cup, drained and chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese

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; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1/2 cup vegetable broth, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to the skillet, stirring to combine, then bring to a simmer for 2 minutes.
4. Step 4: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet along with 1/4 cup reserved pasta water, stirring to coat the pasta and create a light sauce, then cook for 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.