Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this homemade Creamy Red Pepper Alfredo Sauce. Made with roasted red peppers, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of garlic, this flavorful sauce is perfect for tossing with pasta or drizzling over vegetables or protein.
Ingredients
Roasted Red Bell Peppers:
2 cups
Unsalted Butter or Olive Oil:
2 tablespoons
Heavy Cream or Milk:
1 cup
Grated Parmesan Cheese or Nutritional Yeast:
1/2 cup
Garlic and/or Onion (minced):
2 cloves or 1/4 cup
Optional Additions:
- Goat Cheese
- Roasted Garlic
- Basil
- Smoked Paprika
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Red Peppers: Drain jarred peppers or roast fresh peppers.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a saucepan, sauté garlic and/or onion in butter or oil until softened.
- Add Cream and Puree: Stir in cream, then whisk in roasted red pepper puree. Simmer gently.
- Blend in Cheese: Add Parmesan and goat cheese if using, stir until creamy.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning, thin with pasta water if needed, and toss with pasta or use as a sauce.
Notes
- Straining the blended red pepper can yield a smoother texture.
- Jarred sauce can be used as a shortcut for quick meals.
- For a richer flavor, consider adding goat cheese to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Sauce, Pasta Sauce
- Method: Simmering / Blending
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired / American fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 45 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
