Ingredients

For the Pasta

12 oz fettuccine or linguine

1 tablespoon salt (for pasta water)

For the Roasted Red Pepper Alfredo Sauce

1 tablespoon olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup whole milk

3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons cream cheese (optional for extra creaminess)

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Garnish

Fresh parsley, chopped

Extra Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

2. Sauté the Garlic

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

3. Blend the Sauce

In a blender or food processor, combine roasted red peppers, heavy cream, milk, and cream cheese. Blend until completely smooth.

4. Cook the Alfredo Sauce

Pour the blended mixture into the skillet with the garlic. Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Simmer gently for 4–5 minutes until the sauce thickens.

5. Combine with Pasta

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until fully coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.

6. Garnish and Serve

Serve hot topped with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Cooking Tips

Roast your own peppers for deeper flavor
Place whole red bell peppers under a broiler or over a flame until charred, then peel and remove seeds.

Use freshly grated Parmesan
Pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that can prevent smooth melting.

Reserve pasta water
The starch in pasta water helps bind the sauce to the noodles.

Don’t boil the sauce
Keep it at a gentle simmer to prevent the cream from separating.

Variations

Chicken Roasted Red Pepper Alfredo
Add sliced grilled chicken breast for extra protein.

Shrimp Alfredo Version
Sauté shrimp with garlic and butter before adding the sauce.

Vegetarian Veggie Alfredo
Add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or zucchini.

Spicy Alfredo
Increase crushed red pepper flakes or add a dash of cayenne.

Low-Carb Option
Serve the sauce over zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash instead of pasta.

Author: Emma
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 520
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 520mg
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 17g