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Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta
Carolina Gomez

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta is a rich, smoky, and velvety dish made with roasted red peppers, garlic, cream, and Parmesan, tossed with pasta
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne or spaghetti
  • 2 roasted red peppers jarred or homemade
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Blender or food processor
  • skillet or saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • measuring cups/spoons

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Blend roasted red peppers, onion, garlic, and a splash of pasta water into a smooth sauce.
  4. Return sauce to skillet, stir in cream, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Toss in cooked pasta, coating evenly. Add more pasta water if needed for creaminess.
  6. Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan. Serve warm.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per serving, approx. 1/4 recipe):
  • Calories: 460
  • Protein: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg
  • Sodium: 330mg
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 6g