Description
This creamy and flavorful Roasted Red Pepper Pasta is a quick and easy Instant Pot recipe perfect for busy nights. Made with linguine, roasted red bell peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan, this dish is packed with delicious flavors. A great go-to dinner that everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- 1 pound linguine noodles
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 (15-16 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 package sun-dried tomatoes in oil with basil and thyme
- 1 large shallot, peeled and sliced thin
- 2 cups Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup half and half (or milk)
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned pepper
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon ground oregano
- 1 teaspoon sweet basil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Instructions
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Cook the Pasta:
- Place the linguine noodles in the Instant Pot.
- Add ½ cup of water and 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then stir.
- Secure the lid, set the pressure valve to “SEALING,” and press “MANUAL.” Set the time to 6 minutes.
- Allow the Instant Pot to build and release pressure naturally.
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Roast the Red Bell Pepper:
- Preheat the broiler.
- Wash and slice the red bell pepper into thirds.
- Place the pieces skin-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush with olive oil and broil for 8-10 minutes until charred and bubbling.
- Remove from oven, let cool, then slice or chop.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, combine tomato sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, shallot, garlic salt, seasoned salt, seasoned pepper, Italian seasoning, oregano, basil, minced garlic, and brown sugar.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the half and half, simmer for another 5 minutes, then cover and remove from heat.
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Combine Everything:
- Once the pasta is done, release any remaining pressure in the Instant Pot.
- Drain excess water and return the pasta to the Instant Pot.
- Pour the tomato sauce over the pasta and toss to coat.
- Add the chopped roasted red pepper and Parmesan cheese, mixing well.
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Serve:
- Plate the pasta in bowls and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 30mg