Description
A delicious and comforting pasta dish featuring a creamy sauce made with roasted red peppers, mushrooms, and parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces Pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
- 2 cups Roasted Red Peppers (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup Sliced Mushrooms (cremini or button mushrooms)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 3 cloves Minced Garlic
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Black Pepper (freshly ground, to taste)
- 1 bunch Fresh Basil Leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add roasted red peppers to the skillet and cook together for 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, pour in heavy cream, and stir well. Heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir to combine. Adjust consistency with pasta water if needed.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet, tossing gently to coat.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and additional parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
To save time, use store-bought roasted red peppers. You can add other vegetables for extra nutrients. Add red pepper flakes for heat if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg