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Tuscan Pasta: Creamy Herbal One-Pot Pasta Recipe

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This Tuscan Pasta recipe is a delightful one-pot Italian dinner dish featuring creamy, herb-infused linguine with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and rich Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a comforting meal, it combines the delicate flavors of garlic and Italian seasoning in a luscious cream sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup sun dried tomatoes, drained of oil and roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning

Dairy and Liquids

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese

Pasta and Greens

  • 8 ounces linguine, fettuccine, or spaghetti
  • 2 cups spinach, roughly chopped

Seasoning

  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the fats and aromatics: In a large saucepan, warm the olive oil and unsalted butter over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Sauté this mixture for about 30 seconds, until fragrant and aromatic.
  2. Add dairy and pasta: Pour in the heavy cream and whole milk, then add the pasta directly to the saucepan. Stir everything together to combine the liquids with the pasta evenly.
  3. Simmer the pasta: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook the pasta until al dente, typically about 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  4. Incorporate spinach and cheese: Once the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened slightly, add the roughly chopped spinach and Parmesan cheese. Continue cooking for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the spinach to wilt and the cheese to melt into the creamy sauce.
  5. Season and serve: Taste the pasta and season with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh basil if desired, then serve immediately and enjoy your creamy Tuscan pasta.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best melting and flavor.
  • Stir the pasta frequently while cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil provide richer flavor; drain well before using.
  • Substitute milk with a lower-fat option if preferred, though the dish may be less creamy.
  • Fresh basil garnish is optional but adds a bright, aromatic finish.

Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/tuscan-pasta-creamy-herbal-one-pot-pasta-recipe/