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Marry Me Pasta (Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta)

Marry Me Pasta (Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta)
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This Marry Me Pasta is a rich, creamy, and comforting meatless pasta dish inspired by the famous “marry me” flavor profile—garlicky, cheesy, and loaded with sun-dried tomatoes. It’s elegant enough for date night but easy enough for a weeknight dinner. One bite of this silky, flavorful sauce coating tender noodles, and you’ll understand why it’s earned such a romantic name.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ tablespoons butter

  • 4 cloves garlic, grated

  • 2 cups light cream

  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes + 1 tablespoon oil from the jar

  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil

  • 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder

  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (more if desired)

  • ¾ box thin linguini or other long pasta

    • If using short pasta: about 3 cups dry noodles

  • Reserved pasta water (about ¼ cup)

Instructions

1. Make the Sun-Dried Tomato Paste

Finely chop the sun-dried tomatoes. Add them to a blender or food processor with 1 tablespoon of the oil from the jar. Pulse until a coarse paste forms. Set aside.

2. Cook the Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve about ¼ cup of the pasta water, then drain and set pasta aside.

3. Start the Sauce

In a large non-stick pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add grated garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, dried thyme, and chicken bouillon powder. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring frequently.

4. Add Cream

Pour in the light cream. Heat for 5 minutes, alternating between medium and medium-low heat. A gentle simmer is fine, but do not boil.

5. Build the Flavor

Stir in Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomato paste, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and fresh basil. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thick and creamy. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time if you want a thinner sauce.

6. Combine and Serve

Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until well coated. Turn off heat and serve immediately. Garnish with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest, creamiest sauce.

  • Don’t boil the cream—gentle heat prevents curdling.

  • Add pasta water slowly; a little goes a long way.

  • For extra richness, finish with a small pat of butter.

  • Taste before serving and adjust salt or spice as needed.

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