Creamy Red Pepper Pasta with Burrata & Herbs Recipe
A vibrant and creamy pasta dish featuring roasted red peppers blended into a luscious sauce, tossed with your choice of pasta, and topped with rich burrata cheese and fresh herbs for a delightful and comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 ounces of pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne)
Sauce
- 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, for heat)
Toppings and Garnish
- Fresh basil, for garnish
- Burrata cheese, for topping
- Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Roast the Peppers: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the red bell peppers on a baking sheet and roast them for 25-30 minutes until the skins are charred. Remove them from the oven and let them cool.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add your pasta of choice and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Once the peppers are cool, peel off the skins and remove the seeds. In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted peppers, heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Blend until smooth.
- Sauté: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Pour in the blended pepper sauce. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to develop flavor and heat through.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss thoroughly until the pasta is well coated in the creamy red pepper sauce.
- Serve with Burrata: Remove the skillet from heat. Transfer the pasta to serving bowls and top with generous pieces of burrata cheese to add a creamy, fresh texture.
- Garnish: Sprinkle fresh basil on top for a fresh burst of flavor and color.
- Finish with Parmesan: If desired, grate fresh Parmesan cheese over the top before serving to add a savory depth.
Notes
- Roasting the peppers enhances their natural sweetness and adds a smoky depth to the sauce.
- For a spicier sauce, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- You can substitute heavy cream with a lighter cream or half-and-half for a lighter sauce, though it will be less rich.
- If burrata is unavailable, fresh mozzarella or ricotta can be used as alternatives.
- Reserve a little pasta water before draining to loosen the sauce if needed.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a fuller meal.
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