Marry Me Pasta Sun-Dried Tomatoes

# Components:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 ounces penne or fettuccine

02 - Kosher salt, for boiling water

→ Sauce

03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

05 - 3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and thinly sliced

06 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano

07 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

08 - 1 cup heavy cream

09 - 1/3 cup vegetable broth

10 - 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

11 - 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

12 - Kosher salt, to taste

→ Garnish

13 - Fresh basil leaves, chopped

14 - Additional parmesan cheese, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water. Drain and set aside.

02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

03 - Add sun-dried tomatoes, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently.

04 - Stir in heavy cream and vegetable broth. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened.

05 - Mix in grated parmesan cheese, black pepper, and salt. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth and creamy.

06 - Add drained pasta to the skillet. Toss until evenly coated, using a splash of reserved pasta water to adjust consistency if necessary.

07 - Remove from heat. Scatter fresh basil over the top and sprinkle with extra parmesan. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

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This sauce tastes like you spent hours making it, but comes together in a snap.
The way the sun-dried tomatoes mingle with cream and parmesan makes every bite irresistible.

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If you add too much heat when making the sauce, the cream can break—keep it gentle and patient.
Saving some pasta water is a true game changer for achieving that silky texture.

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