Creamy goat cheese and sun-dried tomato pasta
Creamy Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
Creamy Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
Indulge in a rich and flavourful pasta dish that perfectly balances tangy goat cheese with the bold, umami-packed taste of sun-dried tomatoes. This creamy, comforting recipe comes together effortlessly, making it an ideal choice for a quick yet sophisticated meal. The sun-dried tomatoes add a touch of sweetness and depth, while the goat cheese melts into a velvety sauce that coats every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve it with fresh basil and a sprinkle of parmesan for an extra layer of flavor.
- Author
- Andrew Harrington
- Prep Time
- 15 minutes
- Cook Time
- 15 minutes
- Servings
- 4
- Category
Main Meal
- Cuisine
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 300g La Molisanna Pasta
- 1 x tbsp Pukara Olive oil
- 2 x Small shallots, diced
- 4 x Garlic cloves, minced
- 130g Sun-dried tomato paste
- 125g x Soft goat cheese
- 50g (2 handfuls) rocket
- 25g (1 oz) toasted pine nuts (plus extra for serving)
- 1 tbsp grated parmesan (plus extra for serving)
- Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
- Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced shallots for about a minute, then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the sun-dried tomato paste and let it cook until it starts to bubble.
- Add the goat cheese, stirring until melted and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen it.
- Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss to coat, adjusting the consistency with more pasta water if needed.
- Stir in the rocket and toasted pine nuts.
- Finish with a sprinkle of grated parmesan and freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra pine nuts and parmesan if desired.