Description
Creamy Red Pepper Pasta with Burrata & Herbs is a delightful dish that perfectly marries the sweet, smoky flavors of roasted red peppers with the rich creaminess of burrata cheese. This vibrant pasta dish is not only visually appealing but also incredibly satisfying, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With its easy preparation and customizable options, you can impress your family and friends with this culinary masterpiece in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces of pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne)
- 2 large red bell peppers, roasted and peeled
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Burrata cheese for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast the red bell peppers on a baking sheet for 25-30 minutes until charred. Let cool before peeling.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook your pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a blender, combine the cooled roasted peppers, heavy cream, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Blend until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the blended sauce and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce until well coated.
- Serve in bowls topped with burrata cheese and fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 90mg