Easy One-Pan Sun-dried Pasta (Printer-Friendly Version)
Creamy sun-dried tomato pasta cooked in one pan with garlic, parmesan, and herbs for easy, rich flavor.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Dairy and Fats
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/2 cup half and half, room temperature
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2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened (optional)
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Produce
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3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Pantry
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1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Liquids
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2 1/2 cups chicken stock or bone broth, low sodium
→ Pasta
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170 grams (6 ounces) angel hair pasta
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Melt butter over medium-low heat in a large skillet. Add minced garlic and cook gently for 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden without browning.
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Pour in chicken stock, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir to combine. Slowly add half and half, warming gently; bring mixture to a gentle boil.
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Place angel hair pasta evenly into the skillet. Let it sit for 30 seconds before gently pressing the pasta into the liquid to prevent breakage and ensure even softening.
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Cook the pasta in the simmering sauce for about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low. If using, stir in softened cream cheese until completely incorporated, creating a smooth, glossy sauce. Continue cooking until pasta is tender but firm to the bite.
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Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the skillet. Stir to combine and taste. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken stock or half and half to loosen consistency.
# Helpful Hints:
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Use room temperature dairy to ensure smooth blending and prevent curdling.
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Let leftovers cool before refrigerating; reheat with a splash of stock or dairy to restore creaminess.
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Thin pasta like angel hair absorbs flavors quickly and cooks rapidly, ideal for this one-pan method.