Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Alfredo Sauce
A delightful twist on traditional Alfredo sauce with roasted red peppers and garlic for a smoky sweetness that complements the rich creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Blending and Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 red bell peppers
- 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pasta of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the red bell peppers by cutting them in half and removing the seeds.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the peppers and garlic.
- Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
- Cool the roasted peppers and garlic slightly.
- Blend the roasted peppers, garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Heat the blended sauce in a pan over low heat.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- Combine the drained pasta with the creamy sauce and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Use fresh Parmesan for best flavor and consider adding crushed red pepper for spice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Alfredo sauce, roasted red pepper, pasta sauce, easy recipe, vegetarian
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