Red Pepper Pasta
UNCLE FRANK'S
Red Pepper Pasta
This recipe brings together roasted red peppers, onions, garlic, and a splash of Gratsi White, all blended into a rich San Marzano tomato sauce. Combined with fusilli pasta and topped with creamy burrata, this dish is a testament to the beauty of simple, delicious ingredients.
By Frank Occhino
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June 19, 2024
Instructions
TOTAL TIME
60 Minutes4-6 servings
STEP 1
Roast vegetables
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the diced red peppers, chopped onion, and garlic cloves in a baking dish.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 10-15 minutes, until vegetables begin to soften and brown slightly.
- Halfway through roasting, add a couple of splashes of Gratsi white wine. Continue roasting until done.
STEP 2
Prepare sauce
- In a blender, combine the can of San Marzano tomatoes and the roasted vegetables. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a saucepan and place it over medium heat. Add a handful of fresh basil leaves, salt, and pepper to taste. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
STEP 3
Cook pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
STEP 4
Combine pasta and sauce
- Add the cooked pasta to the saucepan with the red pepper sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Stir in 1 cup of grated Parmigiano Reggiano until well combined.
STEP 5
Serve!
- Transfer the pasta to a serving dish. Top with additional fresh basil leaves and more grated Parmigiano Reggiano.
- Place 1-2 balls of burrata cheese on top and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Enjoy your delicious Red Pepper Pasta with your favorite Gratsi.