Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Basil, and White Wine
Quick pasta tossed in a bright tomato-basil sauce with a touch of white wine for a simple weeknight meal. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 25 minutes pairs spaghetti, olive oil, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 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
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup, drained and chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh basil
- 1/2 cup pasta water
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- to taste salt
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: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes. Add 1/4 cup dry white wine and simmer for 2 minutes until reduced by half, then stir in 1/4 cup fresh basil and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water.
- Step 4: Add drained spaghetti to skillet, tossing to coat, and cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the pasta. Season with salt to taste.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Basil, and White Wine take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Basil, and White Wine?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep spaghetti from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Basil, and White Wine?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Basil, and White Wine for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Basil, and White Wine?
Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Quick and delicious. The sun-dried tomatoes really popped. Will make again.
- ★★★★★
Loved it! The white wine added the perfect tang. Made it for date night and it was a hit.
- ★★★★★
This pasta is a game-changer! The sun-dried tomatoes and basil made it so aromatic. My family devoured it.
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