Description
A rich and creamy fettuccini pasta tossed in a silky roasted red pepper and feta sauce, balanced with fresh basil and Parmesan. This Mediterranean-inspired dish delivers bold flavor and elegant comfort in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccini pasta
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (12 oz) jar roasted red peppers, drained and patted dry
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped, plus extra for garnish
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccini until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Stir in roasted red peppers, heavy cream, feta, and Parmesan cheese.
- Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cheese begins to melt and flavors combine.
- Use an immersion blender (or transfer carefully to a blender) to puree the sauce until mostly smooth.
- Return sauce to skillet if needed. Stir in chopped basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer 1 to 2 minutes. Add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan and fresh basil.
Notes
- Half-and-half can replace heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Add grilled chicken or sautéed shrimp for extra protein.
- Stir in mushrooms or spinach for added vegetables.
- Blend thoroughly for an ultra-smooth sauce.
- Store refrigerated up to 3 days; reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream.
- Freezing is not recommended as the sauce may separate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 499 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 413 mg
- Fat: 31 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 107 mg
