Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound cacioforte pasta
- 2 red bell peppers, roasted and sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Oven or grill for roasting peppers
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven or grill to 400°F.
2. Cut red bell peppers in half and remove seeds and stems.
3. Place peppers on a baking sheet or grill and roast for 20-25 minutes, until skin is charred and blistered.
4. Remove peppers from oven or grill and let cool.
5. Once cooled, peel off skin and slice peppers into thin strips.
6. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook cacioforte pasta according to package instructions.
7. While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
8. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
9. Add roasted red pepper strips to skillet and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes.
10. Drain cooked pasta and add to skillet with red peppers.
11. Toss pasta and peppers together until well combined.
12. Add crumbled feta cheese to skillet and toss again.
13. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
14. Serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven or grill: 400°F
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 4-6 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Protein: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Cacioforte pasta can be substituted with any other short pasta, such as penne or fusilli.
- Feta cheese can be substituted with goat cheese or blue cheese.
Variations:
- Add sliced black olives or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Substitute roasted red peppers with roasted cherry tomatoes for a different twist.
Tips and tricks:
- Be sure to remove all seeds and stems from the red peppers before roasting.
- To make this recipe vegetarian, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Storage instructions:
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place leftovers in a microwave-safe dish and heat in microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve pasta in a large bowl or on individual plates.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil.
Garnishes:
- Fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil.
Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.
Suggested side dishes:
- Side salad
- Garlic bread
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pasta is too dry, add a splash of olive oil or chicken broth to the skillet.
Food safety advice:
- Be sure to cook pasta and red peppers to the appropriate temperature to ensure they are safe to eat.
Food history:
- Cacioforte is a traditional pasta dish from the Abruzzo region of Italy.
Flavor profiles:
- This dish is savory and slightly tangy, with a hint of sweetness from the roasted red peppers.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish for lunch or dinner.
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Region: Italian