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Roasted Red Pepper & Goat Cheese Alfredo

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper & Goat Cheese Alfredo Delight

This Roasted Red Pepper & Goat Cheese Alfredo is a quick vegetarian dish that's creamy and flavorful, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 whole Red Bell Peppers Fresh or jarred
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 small Onion (diced) Yellow onion works well
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh preferred
  • 1 cup Fat-Free Half & Half Substitute with heavy cream or whole milk
  • 4 ounces Garlic & Herb Goat Cheese Plain cream cheese or feta can be substituted
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese Parmesan can be used
  • 1 cup Artichoke Hearts (optional) Can replace with spinach
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Linguine (cooked to al dente) Any pasta shape can be used
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Blender
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C). Arrange whole red bell peppers on a baking sheet.
  2. Cover the baking sheet tightly with aluminum foil for about 10 minutes to steam the peppers.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, diced onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 7 minutes.
  4. Pour in the fat-free half & half and stir. Add crumbled goat cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
  5. Peel and chop the roasted peppers, then add them to the creamy base with grated Parmigiano Reggiano, stirring to combine.
  6. Blend the sauce with an immersion blender to your desired consistency, keeping warm.
  7. Combine cooked linguine with the sauce, tossing until well coated. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with freshly cracked pepper or extra parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, taste and adjust the seasoning before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

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