Easy Red Pepper Pasta

Easy Red Pepper Pasta

from yummytoddlerfood.com

With a simple, yet super flavorful sauce and an easy method that can be done ahead of time, this Red Pepper Pasta is a favorite family dinner to share.

Ingredients

  • 2 red bell peppers ((roughly chopped, stems discarded; about 4 cups))
  • 1 small onion ((peeled and roughly chopped; about 1 cup))
  • 4 cloves garlic ((peeled))
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup ricotta cheese ((or milk))
  • 1 pound pasta
  • Fresh basil, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and/or black pepper ((optional, to taste))

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Place the peppers, onions, and garlic on a half or quarter baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and salt and toss to coat. Roast until the vegetables are tender and golden brown, about 24-26 minutes.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Remove 1 cup of the pasta cooking water and set aside to reserve. Drain the pasta, and return it to the pot.

  3. 3

    Transfer the roasted vegetables to a blender with the ricotta cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding as much of the pasta cooking water as needed to make a smooth sauce.

  4. 4

    Add as much of the sauce to the cooked pasta as you like and toss to coat.

  5. 5

    Serve immediately with fresh basil, grated Parmesan cheese, and/or black pepper as you like.