Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this delightful pasta dish, featuring a vibrant pesto sauce and the tangy sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a refined gathering.
Ingredients
8 oz penne pasta
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup pesto sauce
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
2. In a large skillet, combine the heavy cream and pesto sauce over medium heat.
3. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper.
4. Add the cooked penne to the skillet and toss to coat evenly.
5. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream. This dish pairs beautifully with a crisp white wine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta, Noodles & Gnocchi
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg