Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package directions.
While pasta is cooking add sundried tomato paste and minced garlic to a large pan and cook over low heat for 1- 2 minutes.
Add basil, mascarpone and 1 cup of water taken from the pot with cooking pasta, allow for the mascarpone to melt and let it simmering for 3 more minutes. Taste and add salt if necessary.
Drain pasta and toss it with the sauce.
Serve immediate with some parmesan cheese and pepper to taste.