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ROASTED RED PEPPER PASTA RECIPE

Pasta coated in a sauce with grilled red bell peppers, onion, garlic, cream, parmesan, lemon and basil for a delicious creamy flavor. Enjoy!
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Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz Pasta (any kind)
  • 1-2 Tbsp Olive oil (for the pan)
  • 1/2 Onion (diced)
  • 3 Cloves of minced garlic
  • 1 Jar of roasted red bell peppers
  • 3/4 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Pasta water
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan
  • Juice of 1/2 a Lemon
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1-2 Tbsp Dried or fresh Basil
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper flakes (optional garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan, boil water and cook the pasta according to package directions. (make sure to reserve 1/4 cup of the water in a separate cup before draining the pasta when it's done.
  2. Dice the onion and garlic. Drain the water from the red peppers jar then cut the peppers into large chunks.
  3. In a large frying pan, put 2 tbsp of Olive Oil in the pan. Put in the onion and cook until soft.
  4. Add in the garlic and cook for another minute.
  5. Add in the red peppers, cream, and 1/4 cup of the pasta water.
  6. Simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle in grated parmesan and lemon juice, and stir to combine.
  8. Add in the salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, dried basil, and stir.
  9. Add in the drained pasta and stir. Garnish with optional red pepper flakes. Enjoy!

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