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Pasta With Red Pepper Sauce

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This creamy red pepper pasta is a quick and elegant weeknight dinner that delivers bold flavor with minimal effort. The sauce is made by blending roasted red peppers with tangy sour cream and a splash of dry white wine for brightness. It coats the fettuccine or linguine beautifully, creating a rich, velvety texture that feels luxurious without being heavy. The natural sweetness of the peppers balances the sharpness of the cream, while fresh chopped red pepper adds a nice crunch and color contrast. Perfect for serving to vegetarians or anyone craving Italian-inspired comfort food, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes. It&# 226;ÂÂs a reliable favorite that pairs well with a simple green salad or crusty bread.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 116.6
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This creamy red pepper pasta is a quick and elegant weeknight dinner that delivers bold flavor with minimal effort. The sauce is made by blending roasted red peppers with tangy sour cream and a splash of dry white wine for brightness. It coats the fettuccine or linguine beautifully, creating a rich, velvety texture that feels luxurious without being heavy. The natural sweetness of the peppers balances the sharpness of the cream, while fresh chopped red pepper adds a nice crunch and color contrast. Perfect for serving to vegetarians or anyone craving Italian-inspired comfort food, this dish comes together in under 30 minutes. It&# 226;ÂÂs a reliable favorite that pairs well with a simple green salad or crusty bread.
Ingredients
  • 10 ounce FETTUCINE OR LINGUINE
  • 2 ea LARGE RED PEPPERS, ROASTED
  • 3/4 cup DAIRY SOUR CREAM
  • 2 tablespoon DRY WHITE WINE (CHARDONNAY)
  • 1/2 teaspoon SALT
  • 1/8 teaspoon PEPPER
  • 1 ea SWEET RED PEPPER, CHOPPED
Directions
  1. 1
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
  2. 2
    Add the fettuccine or linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente.
  3. 3
    Before draining, reserve 1 cup of the starchy pasta water.
  4. 4
    Drain the pasta and return it to the pot or transfer to a large serving bowl.
  5. 5
    In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, sour cream, white wine, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  6. 6
    Pour the sauce over the hot pasta. Toss gently to coat, adding reserved pasta water one tablespoon at a time if the sauce is too thick.
  7. 7
    Stir in the chopped fresh sweet red pepper.
  8. 8
    Season with additional salt and pepper if needed, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 116.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.8g14%
Saturated Fat 5.4g27%
Cholesterol 23.9mg8%
Sodium 2451.6mg103%
Total Carbohydrate 7.6g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g8%
Sugars 5.3g
Protein 1.9g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The sauce may thicken when cold; add a splash of water or milk when reheating.

Substitutions: You can substitute the sour cream with Greek yogurt or crème fraîche for a slightly different tang. If you prefer a dairy-free option, use a cashew cream or coconut cream base.

Tip: Roasted red peppers from a jar work perfectly for this recipe and save time. For extra flavor, sauté a minced garlic clove in olive oil before adding the sauce ingredients.

Variation: Add cooked chicken, shrimp, or grilled vegetables for a heartier meal.

Keywords: pasta, red pepper, roasted red pepper, sour cream sauce, italian pasta, vegetarian main, quick dinner, fettuccine, linguine, white wine sauce, creamy pasta, easy recipe, weeknight meal, blender sauce, pasta primavera, pepper sauce, comfort food
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