Fettuccine with Goat Cheese and Peppers
Indulge in the creamy, flavor-packed goodness of Fettuccine with Goat Cheese and Peppers, a 30-minute pasta dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. This recipe features tender fettuccine coated in a luscious goat cheese and heavy cream sauce, with vibrant ribbons of caramelized red and yellow bell peppers adding natural sweetness and a pop of color. Fresh garlic and basil infuse the dish with aromatic depth, while a sprinkle of optional Parmesan takes it to the next level. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy-to-make dish is as comforting as it is elegant. Serve it piping hot for a restaurant-quality meal right at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 3 garlic cloves
- 8 oz goat cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the vegetables. Thinly slice the red and yellow bell peppers and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced bell peppers and sauté for 6-8 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Reduce the heat to low. Add the goat cheese and heavy cream to the skillet, stirring until the goat cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, and add the fresh basil leaves (chopped or torn). Stir to combine.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve the pasta hot, topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
783 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.7 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 596 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 191 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
