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Marry Me Pasta

Creamy Marry Me Pasta: An Irresistible Meatless Delight

This Creamy Marry Me Pasta is a flavorful, meatless dish sure to impress with its rich cream sauce and delightful ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Unsalted for better salt control
  • 4 cloves Garlic, grated Fresh is best for stronger flavor
  • 2 cups Light Cream Can substitute with half-and-half for lighter version
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, fresh grated Opt for vegetarian Parmesan if needed
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Blend into a paste for smooth sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil, finely chopped Can substitute with dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons Chicken Bouillon Powder Switch to vegetable bouillon for vegetarian option
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Essential seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper Essential seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Adjust based on your heat preference
For the Pasta
  • 3/4 box Linguini Can substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free pasta
  • 1/4 cup Reserved Pasta Water Used to adjust sauce consistency

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large pan
  • food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Marry Me Pasta
  1. Prepare the Sun-Dried Tomato Paste by chopping the sun-dried tomatoes, transferring to a food processor, adding 1 tablespoon of oil, and pulsing until a coarse paste forms.
  2. Cook the linguini in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, saving 1/4 cup of the pasta water before draining.
  3. Sauté the aromatic ingredients in a large pan: melt butter and add garlic, crushed red pepper, dried thyme, and chicken bouillon powder.
  4. Create the creamy base by stirring in light cream and simmering gently for about 5 minutes.
  5. Combine all ingredients: add Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomato paste, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and fresh basil to the cream sauce.
  6. Finish the dish by adding drained linguini to the sauce and tossing to coat. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water.
  7. Serve by transferring to plates, garnishing with extra Parmesan and fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 380mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To freeze, let it cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers. Reheat gently on stovetop if needed.

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