Description
A delightful dish that combines creamy goat cheese with the sweet, smoky flavor of roasted red peppers, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 grams (8 oz) pasta of your choice (penne, fettuccine, etc.)
- 2 large roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
- 150 grams (5 oz) goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, but not browned.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted red peppers and a splash of the reserved pasta water. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the roasted red pepper sauce into the skillet with the garlic. Stir to combine and heat through for about 2-3 minutes. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- Remove the skillet from heat and gently fold in the crumbled goat cheese and chopped basil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Plate the pasta in elegant nests, garnishing with additional goat cheese, fresh basil leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- When reheating, add a splash of water or olive oil to prevent drying out.
- For a vegan version, swap goat cheese for a plant-based alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Roasted Red Pepper, Goat Cheese, Pasta, Italian, Vegetarian