Description
A delicious and easy Creamy Romesco Pasta enveloped in a rich, smooth sauce of roasted red peppers and toasted walnuts, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup roasted red peppers
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In a blender, combine roasted red peppers, walnuts, garlic, and olive oil. Blend until smooth and well-combined.
- Heat the sauce: In a pan over medium heat, add the red pepper mixture and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine and heat through.
- Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the sauce. Toss gently until the pasta is evenly coated.
- Season: Sprinkle in red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste, mixing until combined.
- Serve: Plate the pasta hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
For best flavor, use quality ingredients like fresh garlic and high-quality olive oil. You can spice up the dish further by adding smoked paprika.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg