Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta
Make Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta, an Italian dinner recipe with Penne or Rigatoni, Olive Oil, Garlic, minced. It has about 30 min, about 560 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta is an Italian dinner recipe that takes about 30 min, makes 4 servings, has about 560 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonCreamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta ingredients
- 12 oz Penne or Rigatoni
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 12 oz jar Roasted Red Peppers, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup Vegetable Broth
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil, chopped
- to taste Kosher Salt
- to taste Black Pepper
How to make Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta
- Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil over high heat for the penne or rigatoni.
- While the water heats, prepare the roasted red pepper sauce. In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Add the 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown them.
- Add the 12 oz drained roasted red peppers to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Carefully transfer the roasted red pepper mixture to a blender. Add 1/2 cup vegetable broth and blend until completely smooth and creamy. Be cautious when blending hot liquids, starting on a low speed.
- Pour the blended red pepper sauce back into the skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Heat gently, stirring constantly, until the sauce is warmed through and slightly thickened, about 3-5 minutes. Do not boil.
- Add the 12 oz penne or rigatoni to the boiling salted water and cook according to package directions until al dente.
- Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta cooking water. Drain the pasta well.
- Add the drained pasta directly to the creamy roasted red pepper sauce in the skillet. Toss to coat evenly, adding a splash or two of the reserved pasta water if the sauce appears too thick or needs to cling better to the pasta.
- Taste and season with kosher salt and black pepper as needed. Stir in 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil. Serve immediately, garnished with a little more fresh basil and Parmesan cheese if desired.
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta FAQ
How do I make Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta?
Make Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta?
The main ingredients include Penne or Rigatoni, Olive Oil, Garlic, minced, Roasted Red Peppers, drained and rinsed, Vegetable Broth. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta take?
This recipe takes about 30 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta?
Recipe Genius estimates about 560 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.
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