Creamy sun dried tomato pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make pasta dish that is perfect for any occasion. The sun-dried tomatoes add a tangy, slightly sweet flavor that pairs perfectly with the rich creaminess of the sauce. So, whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this sun-dried tomato pasta is a crowd-pleasing dish that will knock your socks off!
Contents
📖 Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne rigate
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup lemon juice, fresh
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1⁄4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in olive oil, chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt, to taste, plus for salting pasta water
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
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Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
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Once the pasta is cooked, in the same pot sauteè the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes in the tomatoes oil until fragrant.
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Add the ricotta, Parmesan, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix together until well combined
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Add enough of the reserved pasta water to create a creamy sauce
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Add the pasta back to the pot and cook over medium heat stirring constantly until heated through
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Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with red pepper flakes, basil, and more Parmesan cheese as you desire and serve immediately!
