Fettuccine with Bell Peppers: A Delicious, Colorful Pasta Dish
Category: Main Course
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Egg Fettuccine | 400g |
| Red Bell Peppers | 350g |
| Yellow Bell Peppers | 350g |
| Onions | 100g |
| Fresh Cream (Heavy Cream) | 250g |
| Fresh Parsley | 1 bunch |
| Fine Salt | To taste |
| Black Pepper | To taste |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | As needed |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 60g |
| Protein | 10g |
| Fat | 15g |
| Fiber | 6g |
| Sugar | 8g |
| Sodium | 500mg |
Instructions
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Prepare the vegetables: Start by finely chopping the onions. Then, wash the bell peppers, remove the caps, seeds, and white ribs, and slice them into thin strips (bastoncini).
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Sauté the vegetables: Heat a pan over medium heat and add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onions and sauté until they become soft and translucent, which should take about 5 minutes.
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Cook the peppers: Add the sliced red and yellow bell peppers to the pan with the onions. Stir occasionally and let them cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the peppers to soften and absorb the flavors. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Pour in the fresh cream, mixing well, and allow the sauce to simmer gently while you cook the pasta.
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Cook the fettuccine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the egg fettuccine and cook according to the package instructions, typically around 7-9 minutes, until the pasta is al dente.
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Combine pasta and sauce: Once the fettuccine is ready, reserve a bit of pasta water and then drain the pasta. Add the fettuccine directly to the pan with the bell pepper sauce. Toss the pasta in the sauce, adding some reserved pasta water if necessary to help the sauce coat the noodles.
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Finish the dish: Remove the pan from the heat and stir in freshly chopped parsley to add a fresh, vibrant touch to the dish.
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Serve and enjoy: Plate the fettuccine immediately, ensuring each serving gets a generous amount of the colorful pepper sauce. Garnish with extra parsley if desired, and enjoy this delicious and creamy pasta dish!
Tips and Variations
- For an extra creamy touch, you can substitute part of the fresh cream with mascarpone cheese or cream cheese.
- If you prefer a spicy kick, feel free to add a pinch of chili flakes to the pepper sauce while it simmers.
- You can use store-bought fettuccine, but for a homemade touch, try making fresh egg fettuccine yourself!
This vibrant Fettuccine with Bell Peppers is a perfect combination of sweet bell peppers, creamy sauce, and fresh parsley. It’s a light yet satisfying dish that will be a hit at any dinner table, bringing the bright colors and flavors of summer into your kitchen year-round.
