Creamy Red Pepper Pasta with Burrata & Herbs Recipe
This Creamy Red Pepper Pasta with Burrata & Herbs is a delightful and vibrant dish featuring roasted red bell peppers blended into a rich, creamy sauce. Tossed with your favorite pasta and topped with luxurious burrata cheese and fresh basil, it’s perfect for a comforting yet elegant meal that will impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 ounces 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)
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 for 25-30 minutes until the skins are charred. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Once the peppers have cooled, peel off the skins and remove the seeds. In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted peppers, heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Blend until smooth.
- Sauté the Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Pour in the blended pepper sauce and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to warm and thicken the sauce slightly.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss well so the pasta is evenly coated with 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 for a creamy, decadent finish.
- Garnish: Sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the pasta to add a fresh burst of flavor and vibrant color.
- Finish with Parmesan: If desired, grate fresh Parmesan cheese on top before serving to enhance the dish with savory notes.
Notes
- To roast peppers, you can also use a grill or broiler if preferred.
- For a spicier kick, increase the red pepper flakes to taste.
- Substitute heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free option, adjusting flavor accordingly.
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or plant-based protein for a heartier meal.
- Reserve a little pasta water to loosen the sauce if it thickens too much while cooking.
- Burrata can be replaced with fresh mozzarella if burrata is unavailable.
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