Description
Roasted red pepper pasta is a quick, creamy delight that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of choice (e.g., fettuccine or penne)
- 1 cup jarred roasted red peppers
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- 2. Sauté Garlic: In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3. Add Roasted Red Peppers: Stir in jarred roasted red peppers and heat for 3-5 minutes.
- 4. Create Creamy Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously on low heat until the sauce thickens slightly.
- 5. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Drain pasta (save some starchy water) and add it to the sauce, mixing well. Adjust consistency with reserved water if needed.
- 6. Add Cheese & Seasoning: Stir in Parmesan cheese with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor.
- Blend roasted red peppers for a smoother sauce.
- Experiment by adding veggies like spinach or spices such as crushed red pepper for extra zest.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg