Description
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Fettuccine is a delightful Italian-inspired pasta dish that’s easy to prepare and packed with rich, savory flavors. Featuring al dente fettuccine enveloped in a luscious sun-dried tomato and Parmesan cream sauce, this recipe is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a cozy meal with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (from the sun-dried tomato jar, if possible)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup pasta water (reserved)
- 1 tablespoon butter
Garnish
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining, then set the pasta aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Tomatoes: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and sauté for 2–3 minutes to release their flavor.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes if using, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 3–4 minutes while stirring often until it thickens slightly.
- Toss Pasta in Sauce: Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss well to coat the noodles evenly with the sauce. Stir in the butter, then add enough reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce to your preferred consistency.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the creamy sun-dried tomato fettuccine hot, garnished with chopped fresh basil or parsley for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or sautéed mushrooms to boost protein content.
- For a lighter alternative, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
- Use olive oil from the sun-dried tomato jar to enhance the tomato flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control spiciness.
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce thickness perfectly.
