One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Pasta

A luscious, comforting pasta dish simmered in a single pot, featuring tender noodles, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a medley of fresh herbs in a velvety garlic cream sauce.

This recipe quickly became a household favorite for its ease and bold flavors that feel gourmet with minimal effort.

Ingredients

• Pasta: 12 oz (340 g) fettuccine or penne
• Vegetables & Aromatics: 2 tbsp olive oil, 4 cloves garlic minced, 1 small yellow onion finely diced, 1 cup (60 g) sun-dried tomatoes julienned (oil-packed drained), 3 cups (90 g) baby spinach
• Liquids: 3 ½ cups (830 ml) vegetable broth, 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk
• Cheese & Herbs: ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp dried Italian herb mix (basil oregano thyme), ¼ cup (10 g) fresh basil chopped, 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• Seasonings: Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

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Step 1:

In a large deep skillet or Dutch oven heat olive oil over medium heat Add garlic and onion sauté 2–3 minutes until fragrant and translucent

Step 2:

Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and sauté for 1 minute

Step 3:

Add uncooked pasta vegetable broth cream and milk Stir to submerge the pasta

Step 4:

Sprinkle in dried Italian herbs salt and pepper Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to medium-low Simmer uncovered stirring frequently for 10–12 minutes or until pasta is al dente and liquid has reduced to a creamy sauce

Step 5:

Add spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted

Step 6:

Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens

Step 7:

Remove from heat Fold in fresh basil and parsley Adjust seasoning as needed

Step 8:

Serve hot garnished with extra Parmesan and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired

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This recipe brings my family together especially on busy weeknights when I want comfort food fast.

Required Tools

Large deep skillet or Dutch oven Wooden spoon Chefs knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Allergen Information

Contains Milk cheese (dairy) wheat (gluten in pasta) May contain sulfites (in sun-dried tomatoes) Always check product labels for hidden allergens

Nutritional Information

Calories 540 Total Fat 24 g Carbohydrates 62 g Protein 17 g per serving

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This comforting meal is perfect for any occasion and easy enough for everyday cooking.