Description
Roasted red pepper pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish that brings warmth and comfort to any table. With its smoky undertones from roasted peppers and a luscious sauce that clings to every noodle, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. Easy to customize with your favorite veggies or proteins, this vibrant dish will have everyone asking for seconds. Experience the joy of cooking and savor the delightful flavors in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or penne
- 1 cup roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook your pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add roasted red peppers, salt, and pepper; cook for a few minutes until heated through.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously; let it simmer for about 4-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, mixing well to coat with the sauce. If too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
- Remove from heat; stir in grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1 cup cooked pasta)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 65mg