Pasta with Roasted Pepper and Tomato Sauce: A Simple, Savory Delight
This delicious pasta dish combines the sweetness of roasted peppers with a rich tomato sauce, making it a perfect meal for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta
- 2 roasted red peppers
- 1 can crushed tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
- Add the crushed tomatoes and sliced roasted peppers to the pan.
- Season with salt and black pepper, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce and fresh basil.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, add a splash of heavy cream.
- Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Pasta, Roasted Peppers, Tomato Sauce, Easy Recipes