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roasted red pepper pasta sauce

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta Sauce

This creamy roasted red pepper pasta sauce is a quick, comforting vegetarian dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 16 oz Pasta Any shape like penne or fettuccine
For the Sauce
  • 2 Red Bell Peppers Diced
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 3 heaping tablespoons Ajvar Smoky condiment
  • 1 cup Reserved Pasta Water For sauce consistency
  • 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour Thickening agent
  • 1.5 cups Heavy Cream Luscious creaminess
  • 2 teaspoons Paprika Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor
  • Salt For seasoning
  • Black Pepper For seasoning

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and peppers, sauté for 8-10 minutes until softened.
  3. Build Sauce Base: Add ajvar, stir for 1-2 minutes, then add reserved pasta water and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Make It Creamy: Stir in heavy cream and mix in the slurry from flour and water. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Season: Add paprika, garlic powder, and season with salt and pepper. Cook on low for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, ensure pasta is al dente and stir continuously when adding the slurry to prevent lumps.

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