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Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

Enjoy a comforting dish of Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta that beautifully blends roasted veggies with creamy sauce for a cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Steaming Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Pasta Choose your favorite type like penne or spaghetti.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Red Bell Peppers Substitute with yellow or orange peppers for milder taste.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Adjust based on personal preference.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic cloves are key.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for roasting the vegetables.
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine Can substitute with vegetable stock or white wine vinegar.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with coconut milk or nonfat Greek yogurt for lighter option.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Stock Low-sodium varieties are healthier.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Optional for garnishing.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil For added freshness and visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Blender
  • Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F to ensure your vegetables roast beautifully.
  2. Slice the red bell peppers in half, and cut the yellow onion into wedges. Place them with peeled garlic cloves in a baking dish, then drizzle olive oil and white wine over them.
  3. Roast the vegetables in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes until they become soft and slightly charred.
  4. Remove the baking dish from the oven and cover with aluminum foil for 10 minutes to steam.
  5. Cook your pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  6. Blend the roasted vegetables, garlic, heavy cream, vegetable stock, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
  7. Combine the smooth sauce with the warm pasta, tossing until well-coated.
  8. Plate the pasta and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is vegetarian-friendly and adaptable for different proteins and veggies.

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