Creamy Argentine Chimichurri Pasta with Roasted Red Peppers

Name: Creamy Argentine Chimichurri Pasta with Roasted Red Peppers
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Fresh parsley leaves; Fresh cilantro leaves; Garlic, minced; Red wine vinegar; Olive oil; Red pepper flakes; Salt and pepper; Red bell peppers; Olive oil; Salt; Fettuccine or spaghetti; Heavy cream; Grated Parmesan cheese; Unsalted butter; Salt and pepper; Fresh basil leaves; Grated Parmesan cheese

A delightful blend of Argentine flavors in a luscious pasta dish

This creamy pasta features the bold flavors of chimichurri paired with the sweetness of roasted red peppers, providing a delightful fusion of textures and tastes.

1 h 10 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Chimichurri Sauce

Fresh parsley leaves

1 cup

Fresh cilantro leaves

1/2 cup

Garlic, minced

3 cloves

Red wine vinegar

1/4 cup

Olive oil

1/2 cup

Red pepper flakes

1 teaspoon

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Roasted Red Peppers

Red bell peppers

3 large

Olive oil

1 tablespoon

Salt

to taste

For the Creamy Pasta

Fettuccine or spaghetti

12 oz

Heavy cream

1 cup

Grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup

Unsalted butter

1 tablespoon

Salt and pepper

to taste

For Garnishing

Fresh basil leaves

Grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Preparing the Chimichurri Sauce

Chop herbs

Finely chop the parsley and cilantro.

Combine ingredients

Combine with garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.

Rest the sauce

Let it sit for at least 30 minutes to meld the flavors.

Roasting the Red Peppers

Preheat oven

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Prepare peppers

Cut peppers into quarters and remove seeds.

Roast peppers

Toss with olive oil and salt, place on a baking sheet, and roast for 25 minutes until charred.

Ensure the peppers are well-charred and use the juices in the sauce for extra flavor.

Cooking Process

Boil pasta

Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente.

Timing: 10-12 minutes

Make cream sauce

Melt butter over medium heat, add cream, simmer, and stir in Parmesan until melted.

Simmer over medium heat

Combine ingredients

Add cooked pasta, roasted peppers, and chimichurri sauce to the cream sauce, stirring to coat evenly.

Plating & Serving