Fettuccine in Creamy Red Pepper–Cayenne Sauce
Fettuccine in Creamy Red Pepper–Cayenne Sauce balances the sweetness of sautéed red bell peppers with a gentle cayenne warmth, all wrapped in a tangy sour cream and Parmesan-enriched sauce. The result is velvety, lightly spicy pasta with aromatic garlic notes and a savory finish. It’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a quick yet impressive meal for guests.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until slightly firm; drain.
- 2
Meanwhile, spray cooking oil in a large skillet and cook red bell peppers, garlic, and cayenne pepper over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in sour cream and broth; simmer uncovered for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in cheese.
- 4
Toss the hot pasta with the sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste; serve.
- Calories 635.28 kcal High
- Protein 22.16 g Good Source
- Carbs 105.15 g Moderate
- Total Fat 11.89 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 6.36 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 36.68 mg Moderate
- Sodium 380.23 mg Moderate
- Fiber 3.81 g Moderate
- Sugar 6.27 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.05 g Low Source
- Calcium 288.47 mg Good Source
- Iron 3.09 mg Moderate
- Potassium 417.27 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 30.74 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 69.69 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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