Spaghetti with Creamy Roasted Bell Pepper Sauce
Indulge in the comforting elegance of Spaghetti with Creamy Roasted Bell Pepper Sauce. This delightful dish marries the sweet, rich flavors of roasted bell peppers with a luscious cream sauce that envelops every strand of spaghetti. Perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also guarantees satisfaction for both kids and adults. With its vibrant colors and creamy texture, this pasta dish is sure to impress anyone who sits at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting/Sautéing/Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 large red bell peppers
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Halve the bell peppers, remove seeds, and place them cut-side down on a lined baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes until charred.
- While roasting, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Once cooled, peel the skins off the roasted peppers and blend them with sautéed garlic, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Combine drained spaghetti with the bell pepper sauce in the skillet over low heat. Stir gently to coat; add reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg