– 12 oz pasta (fettuccine or any preferred type)
– 2 large red bell peppers
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup burrata cheese
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– Fresh basil, for garnish
– Fresh parsley, for garnish
– Parmesan cheese, for serving
Creating Red Pepper Pasta in Cream Sauce with Burrata and Fresh Herbs is a simple yet rewarding process. Follow these steps to make this incredible dish:
1. Roast the Red Peppers: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the red peppers in half, remove the seeds, and place them cut-side down on a baking sheet. Roast for about 20 minutes or until the skins are blistered and charred.
2. Cook the Pasta: While the peppers are roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest.
3. Blend the Peppers: Once roasted, let the peppers cool for a few minutes. Peel off the skins and place the peppers in a blender or food processor. Add the heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Blend until smooth.
4. Prepare the Sauce: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the blended red pepper sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the red pepper sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
6. Add Burrata: Gently tear the burrata cheese into pieces and fold it into the pasta. Allow it to melt slightly into the sauce for added creaminess.
7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, and garnish with fresh basil and parsley. Serve immediately with grated Parmesan cheese on top.