One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Pasta (Printable)

Tender pasta with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and fresh herbs in a creamy garlic sauce.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
05 - 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, julienned, oil-packed and drained
06 - 3 cups baby spinach

→ Liquids

07 - 3 ½ cups vegetable broth
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - ½ cup whole milk

→ Cheese & Herbs

10 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 1 tsp dried Italian herb mix (basil, oregano, thyme)
12 - ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
13 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
14 - ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Seasonings

15 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How to Prepare:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add minced garlic and diced onion, sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
02 - Add the julienned sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute to release flavors.
03 - Stir in the uncooked pasta, vegetable broth, heavy cream, and whole milk, ensuring the pasta is fully submerged.
04 - Season with dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered, stirring frequently for 10 to 12 minutes until pasta is al dente and sauce thickens.
05 - Fold in baby spinach and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted.
06 - Stir grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce until fully melted and combined.
07 - Remove from heat. Gently fold in fresh basil and parsley. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and red pepper flakes if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Easy to prepare
02 -
  • Contains milk, cheese (dairy), wheat (gluten in pasta)
  • May contain sulfites in sun dried tomatoes
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs for maximum flavor
  • Do not overcook pasta to avoid mushy texture
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