Sunset Skillet Pasta

A warm, comforting pasta dish with a hint of sweetness from sun-dried tomatoes

Ingredients:

1. Pasta (penne or spaghetti) - 1 cup
2. Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
3. Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
4. Canned tomatoes - 1 can (14 oz)
5. Sun-dried tomatoes - ¼ cup, chopped
6. Parmesan cheese - ½ cup, grated
7. Fresh basil - ¼ cup, chopped (or 1 tsp dried basil)

Instructions:

1. Boil pasta in salted water according to package directions (8-10 minutes). Reserve ¼ cup pasta water before draining.

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Add canned tomatoes and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Break up canned tomatoes with a spoon and simmer for 5 minutes.

4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat. Add reserved pasta water if needed to create a silky sauce.

6. Stir in parmesan cheese and fresh basil until melted and combined.

7. Serve immediately with extra parmesan on top.

Time:

Prep: 10 minutes | Cook: 15 minutes | Total: 25 minutes

Serves 2-3 people