Marry Me Pasta Recipe | Reviewit.pk

A creamy, flavorful pasta dish that’s so good, it’s said to inspire tips! This hearty recipe features a sun-dried tomato cream sauce with a hint of spice that pairs perfectly with your favorite pasta.

Ingredients

• For the pasta:
  • 12 ounces (340 grams) of your favorite pasta (pan, spaghetti, or rigatoni work well)
  • Salt for boiling water
• For the sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced.
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes (to taste)
  • 1 cup (150 g) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (in oil, slightly drained)
  • 1 ½ cups (375 mL) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • ½ cup (120 mL) chicken or vegetable broth
• For the Garnish:
  • Fresh basil leaves, chopped.
  • Extra grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta:
   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the sauce base:
   • Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
   • Add chopped garlic and red chilli flakes, fry for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add sun-dried tomatoes:
   • Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
4. Make the cream sauce:
   • Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the heavy cream and chicken/vegetable broth. Stir well to combine.
   • Mix in grated parmesan cheese, dried oregano, salt and pepper. Simmer for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
5. Combine pasta and sauce:
   • Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add the pasta water a little at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
   • Stir well to coat the pasta evenly.
6. Serve garnished with:
   • Top with fresh chopped basil and extra Parmesan cheese for garnish.
   • Serve immediately paired with garlic bread or a crisp green salad.

Suggestions and variations

• Protein Addition: Add cooked chicken, shrimp, or crispy bacon for extra crunch.
• Vegetarian Version: Use vegetable broth and add sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
• Spice Level: Adjust the red pepper flakes to your preferred heat level.