Chickpea Penne with Creamy Red Bell Pepper Sauce
Chickpea Penne with Creamy Red Bell Pepper Sauce
30 minutes total
THE PINK COLOR IN THIS PASTA SAUCE RECIPE COMES FROM SAUTÉED & BLENDED RED BELL PEPPERS WHICH ADD DELICATE SWEETNESS TO THIS DISH.
Veggie Pasta Recipes
Ingredients
Serves 4
1 | Box Barilla Chickpea Penne pasta |
½ | Sweet onion, sliced julienne |
4 | Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided |
½ | Cup thyme leaves |
2 | Red bell pepper, cleaned, seeded, and sliced julienne |
1 | Cup of veggie broth |
½ | Cup heavy cream |
½ | Cup of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated |
To taste | Salt and black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
In a skillet, sauté onion with 1 tablespoon olive oil for 4 -5 minutes until translucent, add bell pepper and broth and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes.
Step 2
Add cream, season with salt and pepper and bring to boil, cook for three minutes. Set aside to cool down.
Step 3
Place in blender and process until it is a smooth sauce.
Step 4
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions.
Step 5
Meanwhile, in a skillet infuse remaining olive oil with thyme leaves over medium heat for 3 minutes. Stir in pepper sauce and bring to a boil.
Step 6
Drain pasta and toss with sauce over high heat until well combined. Top with cheese before serving.
Chickpea Penne Pasta
Surprisingly One Ingredient. All Chickpea, No Xanthan Gum.
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- Shape Penne
- Cook time 7–9 mins
- Pack size 8.8 oz.
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