Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
1415 kcal
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Course
Condiments
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Description
The sauce begins by puréeing roasted red peppers with some of their liquid to a smooth consistency, thinned slightly if necessary. Garlic is sautéed gently in butter until soft and aromatic, then combined with the pepper purée and seasoned with basil and freshly cracked black pepper. This mixture simmers to thicken and develop flavor.
After the sauce thickens, heavy cream is stirred in and heated through, resulting in a rich, smooth, and mildly tangy sauce. The roasted pepper provides a sweet and slightly smoky base flavor while the cream softens acidity and adds body. The garlic and herbs enhance the savory notes.
This sauce is intended to be served warm and pairs well as a topping or accompaniment to pasta, chicken, fish, or vegetables, adding a creamy, colorful element to dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 oz. jar red bell pepper $4.49, roasted
- 2 Tbsp butter $0.27
- 4 cloves garlic $0.32
- 1/2 tsp basil $0.05, dried
- black pepper $0.02, freshly cracked
- 1/2 cup heavy cream $0.87
Instructions
- Add the roasted red peppers to a blender along with about 2 Tbsp of the liquid from the jar. Purée the peppers until smooth, adding a tablespoon or two of water if needed to help it blend (avoid adding too much liquid from the jar as it can be very acidic).
- Mince the garlic and add it to a skillet with the butter. Sauté the garlic in the butter over medium-low heat for 1-2 minutes, or just until the garlic has softened and becomes very fragrant (but not browned). Pour in the puréed peppers, and add the dried basil and some freshly cracked pepper. Stir to combine.
- Allow the sauce to come up to a simmer. Turn the heat down to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring often, or until the mixture is thick (see photos below).
- Add the heavy cream to the skillet, stir until the sauce is smooth, and allow to heat through. Taste the sauce ad add salt if needed (I found the liquid from the jar added enough salt for me). Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1415 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 141.5kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 8.78g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.73g | 1% |
| Fat | 10.85g | 17% |
| Sodium | 172.8mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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