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Roasted Red Pepper Gochujang Pasta
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
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In a blender or food processor, combine roasted red peppers with 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1 tsp salt, pepper, and dried basil. Blend until smooth.
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In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with a dash of olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
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Add gochujang paste and the blended roasted red pepper mixture. Stir until combined and bring to a simmer.
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Pour in 1 cup heavy cream and mix well. Simmer until thickened.
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Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
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Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted and the sauce is creamy.
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Add cooked pasta and a splash of pasta water. Toss to combine and adjust consistency as needed.
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Optional: top with a ball of burrata and extra Parmesan before serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Roasted Pepper Pro Technique 🌶️Drain and pat dry roasted red peppers thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making your sauce watery, ensuring a rich and creamy consistency.
- Gochujang Flavor Balance 🌈Taste and adjust gochujang paste gradually, starting with less and adding more to control the heat level and prevent overwhelming spiciness.
- Pasta Water Magic 💧Always reserve at least 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining - the starchy liquid is crucial for creating a silky, emulsified sauce that clings perfectly to the Banza cavatappi.
- Cheese Melting Mastery 🧀Remove the pan from direct heat when adding cheeses to prevent breaking or becoming grainy, and stir gently to create a smooth, luxurious sauce.
- Burrata Brilliance 🍽️If using burrata, add it as a final topping just before serving to preserve its delicate texture and allow it to naturally melt from the pasta's residual heat.
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