Sun Dried Tomato Pasta

Name: Sun Dried Tomato Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 8 oz Sun dried tomatoes, save oil; 1lb pasta of choice; 1.5 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup pasta water; 1 shallot diced; 3 cloves garlic minced; 1 tablespoon butter; 1.5 tablespoons tomato paste; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon parsley; Cooked Bacon bits; Shredded mozzarella cheese; Shredded parmesan; 1/4 tsp smoked paprika

10 steps

Prep:10minCook:20min

Updated at: Wed, 15 Nov 2023 20:15:48 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories634.2 kcal (32%)

Total Fat27.4 g (39%)

Carbs82.2 g (32%)

Sugars18.8 g (21%)

Protein19.4 g (39%)

Sodium321.7 mg (16%)

Fiber7.7 g (28%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

Cook pasta according to directions. Reserve at least 1/2 cup of pasta water, I recommend saving more just to be on the safe side. The pasta water will help get our sauce consistency creamy.

Step 2

Dice your shallots, mince your garlic, and drain some of the oil from the jar of sun dried tomatoes. Save at least 1.5 tablespoons of the oil.

Step 3

In a sauce pan on medium heat, melt your butter and add your sun dried tomato oil.

Step 4

Add your diced shallots and minced garlic. Cook until soft and fragrant. Then add your sun dried tomatoes. Cook until soft and oils have released.

Step 5

Add in tomato paste, bacon bits, and seasonings. Let cook down for at least a minute.

Step 6

Add heavy cream and mix until thoroughly combined.

Step 7

Let heat until bubbly and then add your pasta water. Start with half a cup and add more to your liking until sauce is creamy and thick.