Easy Pappardelle with Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pesto Sauce
Whip up a delightful pappardelle pasta dish featuring a creamy roasted red pepper pesto sauce that's delightfully indulgent and easy to prepare. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or your next weekend gathering.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 tablespoon of kosher salt. Cook the pappardelle pasta according to package directions until al dente, about 8 minutes. Scoop out and reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
SAUCE
2
In a food processor or blender, combine the chopped roasted red peppers, drained diced tomatoes, roasted almonds, minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and store-bought basil pesto. Process until the mixture forms a smooth sauce.
3
Heat 3 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Pour the red pepper pesto sauce mixture into the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Add the reserved pasta cooking water to the sauce and stir to combine. Cook for an additional minute, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
FINISH WITH
5
Transfer the cooked pappardelle to the skillet with the sauce and gently toss to coat the pasta evenly.
6
Serve the pappardelle in bowls, garnished with chopped basil leaves and grated Pecorino Romano cheese. Enjoy!
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Health Info
Macros
72g
CARBS
34g
FAT
21g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
EGGS
TREE NUTS
WHEAT
Nutrition Facts
PER SERVING
4 SERVINGS
329G EACH
Calories
632 kcal
32%
Carbohydrates
73 g
26%
Fat
35 g
45%
Protein
21 g
42%
Minerals
Vitamins
*Current daily values are based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrition values are calculated using the USDA nutrient database and may be inaccurate.