Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, and Garlic

Name: Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, and Garlic
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves, minced garlic; 1/4 cup, oil-packed, chopped sun-dried tomatoes; 1/2 cup, chopped fresh basil; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper; 1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese

Simple pasta tossed in a vibrant tomato-garlic sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and a generous handful of fresh basil.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

8 oz spaghetti
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 cup, oil-packed, chopped sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup, chopped fresh basil
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese

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, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 garlic cloves, minced, and 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet, along with 2 tbsp reserved pasta water, and toss vigorously for 1 minute until water thickens into a light sauce.
Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped, and season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.