Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where comforting classics get a fresh twist. One-Pan Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta simmers pasta directly in garlicky cream with tangy sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan for effortless creamy dinner ready in 20 minutes. Serves 4 with silky sauce coating every strand perfectly.
Why This Recipe Works
Pasta starch thickens sauce naturally without roux. Sun-dried tomatoes dissolve into concentrated umami base. Heavy cream emulsifies without breaking. One-pot method builds layered flavor. Parmesan melts into glossy finish.
Ingredients & Prep
Pasta:
- 8 oz linguine or fettuccine
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed), chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
Sauce:
- 2½ cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt + pepper
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Sauté garlic in butter 1 minute fragrant.
- Add broth, cream, sun-dried tomatoes, seasoning; bring to boil.
- Add pasta; push down to submerge. Simmer uncovered 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in Parmesan until melted glossy.
- Adjust seasoning; rest 2 minutes off heat.

Flavor Variations
| Variation | Key Add/Swap | Resulting Twist |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken | Diced chicken breast | Protein boost |
| Spinach | 2 cups spinach last 2 minutes | Green nutrition |
| Bacon | 4 slices chopped bacon | Smoky richness |
| Vegan | Coconut cream + nutritional yeast | Plant-based creaminess |
Storage Tips
Refrigerate 3 days; thin with milk when reheating.
FAQs
Sauce too thick?
More broth; stir frequently.
Pasta sticks?
Wide pan; constant stirring.
Bitter tomatoes?
Oil-packed preferred.
Conclusion
One-Pan Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta easy-hugs dinner creamy perfection.
PrintOne-Pan Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Recipe
French Onion Dip features deeply caramelized onions blended into creamy sour cream base with savory seasonings. Rich homemade version far surpasses store-bought with sweet onion depth and perfect chip-dipping consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Total Time: 3 hrs
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 large yellow onions thinly sliced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 1/2 cups sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp chives chopped
- Black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Melt butter in skillet over medium. Add onions, salt, sugar. Cook 30-40 minutes stirring occasionally until deep golden brown.
- 2. Cool onions completely. Blend with cream cheese until smooth.
- 3. Fold in sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire, chives, and pepper.
- 4. Chill 2+ hours for flavors to meld. Serve with ridged potato chips.
Notes
- Caramelize onions low and slow for sweetness.
- Room temperature cream cheese blends smoothest.
- Make 2-3 days ahead for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: french onion dip, caramelized onion dip, homemade onion dip

