Best 7 Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Spread Recipes

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**Indulge in Culinary Delights: Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Spread and More**

Embark on a culinary adventure with the creamy sun-dried tomato spread, a taste sensation that will tantalize your palate. This versatile spread, bursting with sun-kissed tomato flavor, is a culinary masterpiece that elevates any dish to new heights. Be it a simple cracker or a grilled chicken breast, this spread adds a touch of sunshine to every bite. But that's just the beginning of your culinary journey; discover a treasure trove of delectable recipes nestled within this article, each promising a distinctive flavor experience.

- **Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Spread**: Dive into the star of the show, a creamy spread crafted with sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, herbs, and tangy cream cheese. Its velvety texture and vibrant flavor make it an instant favorite for any occasion.

- **Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta**: Experience a symphony of flavors as sun-dried tomatoes, basil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese come together in a vibrant pesto sauce, tossed with al dente pasta for a delightful main course.

- **Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast**: Indulge in a protein-packed delight with chicken breasts stuffed with a savory filling of sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a blend of herbs and spices, roasted to perfection.

- **Sun-Dried Tomato Bruschetta**: Delight in the classic Italian appetizer, featuring toasted bread slices topped with a vibrant mixture of sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and a drizzle of olive oil, perfect for any gathering.

- **Sun-Dried Tomato and Feta Dip**: Create a tantalizing dip that combines the tanginess of feta cheese with the sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes, served with pita chips or vegetable crudités for a satisfying snack or party appetizer.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SUNDRIED TOMATO AND BASIL CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



Sundried Tomato and Basil Cream Cheese Spread image

Provided by Martha

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 3

16 ounces softened cream cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
¼ cup sundried tomatoes (drained if packed in oil), chopped

Steps:

  • Mix all three ingredients by hand and serve as a topping to toasted bagels.

AMAZING SUN-DRIED TOMATO CREAM SAUCE



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This is a recipe I've created myself - and everyone that tries it loves it. It tastes just like at a restaurant and it can be made in the amount of time that it takes to cook pasta!

Provided by ~KAREN~

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons butter
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon pine nuts

Steps:

  • Heat the cream and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until almost boiling, but do not boil. Add mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and stir until melted. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, and season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and serve over pasta with a sprinkling of pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 115.7 mg, Fat 34.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 21.2 g, Sodium 280.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

SUN-DRIED TOMATO SPREAD



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I use this tomato-based spread in place of jelly on toast and bagels. My favorite is spreading it on tomato-basil bagels. I usually place 1/2 the spread in the refrigerator, and freeze the remainder for later use.

Provided by Don Ondersma II

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
¼ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil, drained
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, mix tomato paste, basil, olive oil, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, salt, white sugar and garlic salt. Blend to the consistency of a spreadable paste. Chill in the refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 367.6 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

SUN-DRIED TOMATO CREAM CHEESE



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Whip up this savory spread, season with salt and pepper, and use on your favorite sandwich or morning bagel.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield Makes 1/2 cup spread

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 bar (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil, plus 1 teaspoon oil from jar

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and stir together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 g, Fat 8 g, Protein 3 g

25 WAYS TO COOK WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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These recipes with sun-dried tomatoes are as good as it gets! From chicken to pasta to pizza, these tasty tomatoes add so much flavor to any meal.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 25

Chicken with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce
Macaroni and Cheese with Sun-dried Tomatoes and Spinach
Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
Jammy Sun-Dried Tomato White Beans with Crispy Caper Breadcrumbs
Sun-dried Tomato White Bean Soup (Vegan)
Grilled Cheese Sandwiches with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
Baked Brie Recipe with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Tuscan Pasta Salad
Sun-Dried Tomato Chickpea Burgers
Sun-Dried Tomato Pizza
Easy Romesco Sauce
Asparagus, Sun-Dried Tomato Puff Pastry Bites
Sun-Dried Tomato u0026amp; Basil Olive Tapenade (5 Minutes!)
Sun-Dried Tomato Lemon Baked Salmon and Asparagus
Sun-Dried Tomato and Ricotta Turkey Meatballs
Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Spicy Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce
Spicy Garlic Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp
Marry Me Chicken
Linguine with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce
Salmon in Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce
Tomato Basil No Knead Bread
Sun-Dried Tomato, Spinach, and Quinoa Salad
Sun-Dried Tomato Basil Hummus
Sun-Dried Tomato Cheesy Meatballs (Low Carb)

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a sun-dried tomato dish in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

SUN-DRIED TOMATO DIP



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped (8 tomatoes)
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup good mayonnaise
10 dashes, hot red pepper sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts)

Steps:

  • Puree the tomatoes, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, red pepper sauce, salt and pepper in a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Add the scallions and pulse twice. Serve at room temperature.

CREAMY SUN-DRIED TOMATO FETTUCCINE



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A lightened up version of the Cheesecake Factory's® creamy sun-dried tomato fettuccine pasta dish.

Provided by ybseball

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments     Sauces     Pasta Sauces     Creamy

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup olive oil, divided
¾ pound dry fettuccine pasta
½ cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt
¼ cup reduced-fat sour cream
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, drained
2 tablespoons sugar, or more to taste
1 tablespoon tomato paste
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups baby spinach
crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • 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.
  • Mix together Greek yogurt and sour cream in a small bowl.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.8 calories, Carbohydrate 79.9 g, Cholesterol 5.3 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 368 mg, Sugar 16.9 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality sun-dried tomatoes. Look for tomatoes that are plump and have a deep red color.
  • If you don't have any sun-dried tomatoes on hand, you can make your own. Simply slice fresh tomatoes in half and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake at 200 degrees Fahrenheit for 4-6 hours, or until the tomatoes are dry and leathery.
  • Be sure to drain the sun-dried tomatoes well before using them in the spread. This will help to prevent the spread from becoming too watery.
  • You can adjust the consistency of the spread by adding more or less cream cheese. If you want a thicker spread, add more cream cheese. If you want a thinner spread, add less cream cheese.
  • This spread is very versatile. You can use it as a dip for vegetables, crackers, or bread. You can also use it as a sandwich spread or as a topping for pasta or chicken.

Conclusion:

This creamy sun-dried tomato spread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It's perfect for parties or potlucks, and it's also a great way to use up leftover sun-dried tomatoes. The spread is creamy and flavorful, with a slight tang from the sun-dried tomatoes. It's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!

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