Marry Me Pasta

• servings: 4 servings
• active time: 10 minutes
• total time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

Kosher salt

1 lb. rigatoni

1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves

1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

1/2 c. chopped sun-dried tomatoes

3/4 c. heavy cream

3/4 c. low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth

1/2 c. finely grated Parmesan, plus more for serving

Freshly ground black pepper

Torn fresh basil, for serving

Directions

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta, stirring occasionally, until al dente according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.

Meanwhile, in a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add garlic, thyme, and red pepper and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes, then slowly pour in cream and broth. Bring to a simmer. Add Parmesan and cook, stirring, until cheese is melted and sauce is starting to thicken, about 5 minutes; season with salt and black pepper.

Add pasta and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water and stir to coat. Cook, stirring frequently and adding more pasta water as needed, until sauce is glossy and fully coats pasta, about 2 minutes more.

Divide pasta among bowls. Top with Parmesan and basil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 699
• Total Fat: 26 g
• Saturated Fat: 14 g
• Trans Fat: 1 g
• Cholesterol: 63 mg
• Sodium: 545 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 87 g
• Dietary Fiber: 5 g
• Total Sugars: 7 g
• Protein: 24 g