This creamy Sun-dried Tomato Pasta recipe has penne noodles, spinach, and fresh basil tossed in a flavorful sauce. Perfect for a busy weeknight since it only takes 20 minutes!
![A bowl with sun dried tomato pasta and garnished with fresh basil.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Sun-Dried-Tomato-Pasta-High-Web-14.jpg)
I’m adding this Sun Dried Tomato Pasta to my list of amazing one-pot dinners. It’s fast, fresh and flavorful and my whole family loves it! This is a meal we enjoy all year round!
How to make Sun-dried Tomato Pasta:
Cook pasta. Drain and rinse with cold water to keep noodles from sticking together.
Saute sun-dried tomatoes in a little bit of oil from the bottle for 1-2 minutes.
![Sun dried tomatoes sautéing in oil in a skillet.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Sun-Dried-Tomato-Pasta-High-Web-1.jpg)
Add butter to the pan. Once melted, stir in flour, stirring well for 1-2 minutes until golden. Add spices: dried basil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Taste and add salt, pepper, and additional spices as needed.
![A skillet with sundried tomatoes cooking in a sauce of flour, butter and spices.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Sun-Dried-Tomato-Pasta-High-Web-4.jpg)
Stir in broth and milk and cook for several minutes, until sauce is slightly thickened. Stir in parmesan cheese then spinach.
![Fresh spinach added to a skillet with sun dried tomato and creamy sauce.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Sun-Dried-Tomato-Pasta-High-Web-6.jpg)
Combine cooked pasta with sauce and toss. Serve in bowls with fresh chopped basil, and an extra sprinkle of parmesan cheese, if desired.
![Penne pasta added to white sauce and sun dried tomatoes in a skillet.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Sun-Dried-Tomato-Pasta-High-Web-10.jpg)
Recipe Variations:
- Add Meat: Try adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or sausage.
- Add Veggies: Sautéed asparagus, zucchini, yellow squash, bell pepper, or broccolini would be delicious!
- Pasta: Any type of bite size pasta may be substituted.
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Recipe
![A bowl with sun dried tomato pasta and garnished with fresh basil.](https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Sun-Dried-Tomato-Pasta-High-Web-14-500x500.jpg)
Sun-dried Tomato Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 4 cloves garlic
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes , or more, to taste
- 1 1/4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups milk (not skim)
- Salt and pepper , to taste
- 1 heaping cup freshly grated parmesan cheese , plus more for garnish
- 2.5 ounces baby spinach leaves
- 1/3 cup fresh chopped basil
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to help keep noodles from sticking together. Set aside.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Use a little bit of the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes to sauté them for 1-2 minutes. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds more.
- Push to the side and add butter to the pan. Whisk in flour, stirring well for 1-2 minutes until golden (careful not to burn it). Add spices: dried basil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Taste and add salt, pepper, and additional spices as needed.
- Gradually whisk in broth and milk, and cook for several minutes, until sauce slightly thickens. Stir in parmesan cheese. Stir in spinach.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to coat. Divide into bowls. Garnish with fresh chopped basil, and an extra sprinkle of parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
- Add Meat: Try adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or sausage.
- Add Veggies: Sautéed asparagus, zucchini, yellow squash, bell pepper, or broccolini would be delicious!
- Pasta: Any type of bite size pasta may be substituted.
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