One-Pot Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta Shells

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp Butter
• 3 Garlic (minced)
• 1 cup Roasted red peppers (chopped or blended)
• 12 oz Pasta shells (dry)
• 3 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• 0.75 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for about 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant.

3. 3

   Stir in 1 cup of roasted red peppers, 12 oz of dry pasta shells, 3 cups of broth, and salt and black pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring often to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom, until the shells are tender and the liquid has significantly reduced.

5. 5

   Lower the heat and stir in 3/4 cup of heavy cream.

6. 6

   Add 3/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese and mix thoroughly until the cheese has melted and the sauce is thick, smooth, and creamy.

7. 7

   Remove from heat and let the pasta rest for 2 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken perfectly.

8. 8

   Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Stirring frequently is key in one-pot pasta recipes to ensure the starch from the pasta creates a creamy sauce without burning or sticking to the pot.

Nutrition per serving

• one-pot
• pasta
• dinner
• vegetarian
• quick meal
• comfort food
• 15-minute meal