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Creamy Pesto Pasta with Bell Peppers

A quick and delicious creamy pesto pasta dish with vibrant bell peppers that pleases even picky eaters.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 460
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce
  • 12 oz Penne pasta Cook to al dente
  • 1 cup Creamy pesto sauce Store-bought or homemade
Vegetables
  • 2 medium Bell peppers Any color you love, sliced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor
Finishing Touches
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated for serving
  • to taste Salt For seasoning
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Fresh herbs Basil or parsley, for garnish

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. Cook the penne following the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sautéing Ingredients
  1. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant and golden.
  2. Toss in the bell peppers and sauté until they start to soften.
Combining
  1. Pour in the cooked penne alongside the creamy pesto sauce. Stir until everything is well combined and coated.
  2. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Serving
  1. Serve warm, topped with freshly grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 460kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 14gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

This pasta dish is great with a side salad and pairs well with white wine. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days in the fridge. Reheat gently, adding a splash of cream or olive oil if needed.

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