Pasta with Roasted Peppers Sausage
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful Pasta with Roasted Peppers and Sausage recipe! Combining tender pasta, smoky roasted red bell peppers, and savory Italian sausage, this dish strikes the perfect balance between comfort and sophistication. A velvety cream sauce infused with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil ties all the flavors together, creating a rich and satisfying meal that's ready in under an hour. Ideal for both family dinners and casual entertaining, this recipe is easy to prepare, yet bursting with gourmet flair. Serve it with a crisp side salad and crusty bread for a complete, crowd-pleasing Italian-inspired experience. Perfect keywords: pasta with roasted peppers, pasta with sausage, creamy pasta recipes, easy Italian dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 14 oz Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 large Red bell peppers
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice the red bell peppers into quarters, remove the seeds, and place them skin-side up on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the skin is charred and blistered.
While the peppers roast, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Remove the casings from the Italian sausage and add the meat to the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles, until browned and fully cooked through.
Once the peppers are roasted, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Peel off the charred skins and chop the peppers into strips.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet with the sausage. Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the roasted pepper strips and heavy cream, and let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes. Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and combined.
Chop the fresh basil leaves and stir them into the sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a few tablespoons of reserved pasta water to achieve your desired consistency.
Divide the pasta among serving plates, garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and basil if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3160 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 234.1 g | 300% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.5 g | 497% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 554 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 6528 mg | 284% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.6 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 113.0 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1062 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1975 mg | 42% | |
*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.
