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Marry Me Pasta

Marry Me Pasta

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Marry Me Pasta is a creamy, dreamy dish that transforms any meal into a romantic affair. Inspired by the flavors of marry me chicken, this vegetarian pasta features luscious sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a rich Parmesan sauce that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Perfect for date nights or casual family dinners, Marry Me Pasta is easy to prepare and packed with flavor, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. You can customize it with your favorite pasta shape and spice level to suit your taste. Get ready to fall in love with this comforting and satisfying dish!

Ingredients

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  • 1 and 1/2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, grated
  • 2 cups light cream
  • 1 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes + 1 tablespoon oil from the jar
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
  • 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 3/4 box of thin linguini or other long noodles
  • Reserved pasta water

Instructions

  1. Make the sun-dried tomato paste by chopping the sun-dried tomatoes finely and blending them with the oil until smooth.
  2. Boil salted water and cook the noodles; reserve some pasta water before draining.
  3. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, thyme, and bouillon powder. Cook for about 1 minute.
  4. Pour in light cream and simmer gently for five minutes.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomato paste, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and basil; let simmer for another 5-7 minutes. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  6. Add cooked noodles to the sauce; stir well to coat.

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