Easy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta with Creamy Burrata Recipe
This Easy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta Recipe features a luscious creamy sauce made from roasted red pepper spread, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, topped with indulgent burrata cheese and fresh herbs. Ready in just 25 minutes, this comforting pasta dish offers a perfect balance of smoky sweetness and rich creaminess, ideal for a quick weeknight meal or a special weekend treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp roasted red pepper spread
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Pasta
- 8 oz Brami pasta, cooked al dente
Cheese and Garnish
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 ball of burrata cheese, for topping
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Chili flakes, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the veggies: Melt butter with olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and diced red bell pepper, cooking until they are soft and fragrant. For extra flavor, add plenty of garlic if you like.
- Add the roasted red pepper: Stir in the roasted red pepper spread along with a splash of pasta water reserved from your cooking pot. Let the mixture simmer on low heat until the flavors meld into a creamy sauce.
- Make it creamy: Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently to combine. If the sauce appears too thin, whisk in the prepared flour slurry to thicken it up to a luscious consistency.
- Combine with pasta: Add the cooked Brami pasta to the skillet and toss thoroughly so every strand is coated in the creamy roasted red pepper sauce. Allow it to cook together for a couple of minutes so the pasta absorbs the rich flavors.
- Finish & serve: Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley for added flavor and freshness. Plate the pasta, then top each serving with a fresh ball of burrata cheese. Garnish with chili flakes and extra parsley or fresh basil for a vibrant finish.
- Eat immediately: Serve this pasta dish immediately to enjoy it while it’s warm, creamy, and indulgent. Perfect for a quick yet elegant meal choice.
Notes
- Adding garlic during the sauté step will intensify the flavor.
- Reserve some pasta water when boiling pasta to help thin or adjust sauce consistency.
- The flour slurry is optional but helps to thicken the sauce if needed.
- Use fresh burrata cheese for best texture and creaminess on top.
- Serve immediately as the sauce thickens and changes texture upon standing.
- Chili flakes add a nice mild heat; adjust quantity to your preference.
