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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Fettuccine
Ingredients
- ¼ colive oil
divided
- ¾ lbdry fettuccine pasta
- ½ cplain fat-free greek yogurt
- ¼ creduced-fat sour cream
- ½ csun-dried tomatoes
sliced
- 5 clovesgarlic
minced
- 1can petite diced tomatoes
drained
- 2 tbspsugar
- 1 tbsptomato paste
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 ½ cbaby spinach
- crushed red pepper flakes
Directions
- 1
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and cook fettuccine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water, and set noodles aside.
- 2
Mix together Greek yogurt and sour cream in a small bowl.
- 3
Meanwhile, heat remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add sun-dried tomatoes and garlic and saute until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and mix in diced tomatoes, sugar, and tomato paste. Stir until well combined. Whisk in yogurt mixture swiftly. You'll want to slowly add it in, but whisk fast to get it all incorporated well. Increase heat to medium-high and simmer until sauce starts to thicken, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- 4
Add baby spinach to sauce and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add cooked fettuccine and remove skillet from heat. Toss to coat pasta with sauce. If sauce seems too thick, thin with some of the reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time. Top with crushed red pepper to taste.
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Fettuccine
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of that rich, creamy sun-dried tomato pasta from your favorite restaurant, but want a lighter homemade version? This copycat Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Fettuccine brings those beloved flavors to your kitchen in just 30 minutes, all while being a bit lighter. What makes this Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Fettuccine truly special is how it achieves its velvety texture without heavy cream. We cleverly use fat-free Greek yogurt and reduced-fat sour cream to build a rich, tangy sauce that clings perfectly to every strand of fettuccine. The vibrant sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach infuse deep flavor, making it feel indulgent yet surprisingly fresh. Prepare for a pasta dish that's both comforting and bright. You'll enjoy tender fettuccine coated in a lusciously creamy, deeply savory sauce with a delightful tang from the sun-dried tomatoes and diced tomatoes. The five cloves of minced garlic add a fragrant warmth, while fresh baby spinach wilts into the sauce, adding a touch of freshness and color. It's a satisfying dinner that feels incredibly decadent, but is designed to be a lighter take on a classic. This Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Fettuccine is wonderfully versatile. For an extra kick, feel free to increase the crushed red pepper flakes. If you prefer a sweeter sauce, you can adjust the amount of sugar to taste to balance the acidity of the tomatoes. While the recipe shines as a vegetarian dish, you could easily pair it with grilled chicken or shrimp on the side for a more substantial meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this creamy fettuccine makes a complete and satisfying meal on its own. Serve it with a simple side salad and some crusty bread to soak up every last bit of the incredible sauce.