Description
Creamy Tuscan Pasta is a delightful dish that unites rich and savory flavors in just one pan, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion. This creamy pasta combines the luxurious texture of half-and-half with the vibrant taste of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh lemon, creating a comforting meal in under 20 minutes. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or an impressive dish to serve at gatherings. You can easily customize this pasta by adding grilled chicken or turkey, accommodating various dietary preferences while ensuring every bite is packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dry thin spaghetti or angel hair
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2/3 cup dry white grape juice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 8 oz sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Italian seasoning
- freshly cracked pepper
- salt
Instructions
- In a deep skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute.
- Add the white grape juice and simmer until reduced by half (3–5 minutes).
- Stir in the chicken stock, half-and-half, Italian seasoning, sun-dried tomatoes, cracked pepper, and salt; bring to a low boil.
- Add the spaghetti or angel hair, allowing it to sit briefly before gently stirring into the sauce.
- Cook until al dente (about 5–7 minutes), then stir in parmesan cheese and finish with lemon zest and juice.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pan cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (230g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg