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Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta for a Quick Dinner Delight

A quick and delicious Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta that's easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Substitute with vegan butter for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Marinated Roasted Red Peppers Jarred or homemade
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh preferred
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Fresh Ground Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Fresh basil can be used
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with cashew or coconut cream for vegan
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Pasta Bucatini, penne, or rigatoni recommended
  • 1/2 cup Reserved Pasta Water For adjusting sauce consistency

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Large saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by adding marinated roasted red peppers, garlic, and any remaining marinating liquid to your food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. In a large saucepan, add 2 tablespoons of butter and melt gently over medium-low heat, swirling the pan occasionally for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Stir the pureed roasted pepper mixture into the garlic butter, seasoning with salt and fresh ground pepper. Cook over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
  5. Lower the heat and stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 teaspoon of dried basil. Simmer gently for 6-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. While the sauce is simmering, cook your pasta of choice until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  7. Add the drained pasta directly to the sauce, tossing to combine and adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
  8. Let the pasta cook in the sauce for an additional minute over low heat before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 12gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat on the stovetop over low heat with a splash of reserved pasta water or cream to restore creaminess.

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