Gemelli with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce Recipe

Name: Gemelli with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound gemelli pasta (thin twists); 1 (16-ounce) jar roasted peppers, drained; 2 tablespoons (2 turns around the pan in a slow stream) extra-virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1 large shallot, finely chopped; 1 cup dry white wine or chicken stock; 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes; A handful chopped flat-leaf parsley; Salt and pepper; Grated Romano, as an accompaniment; Crusty bread, as an accompaniment

Servings: persons

1 pound gemelli pasta (thin twists)
1 (16-ounce) jar roasted peppers, drained
2 tablespoons (2 turns around the pan in a slow stream) extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 large shallot, finely chopped
1 cup dry white wine or chicken stock
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
A handful chopped flat-leaf parsley
Salt and pepper
Grated Romano, as an accompaniment
Crusty bread, as an accompaniment

1
Place a large pot of water on the stove and bring to a boil.
2
Salt the water and cook gemelli to al dente (with a bite to it), about 9 minutes.
3
Grind drained roasted peppers in a food processor.
4
Heat a large skillet over moderate heat.
5
Add extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and shallots to the pan.
6
Saute garlic and shallots 3 minutes, stir in roasted peppers.
7
Saute pepper paste 2 minutes, stir in wine or chicken stock, reduce liquid for 1 or 2 minutes.
8
Stir in tomatoes and parsley.
9
Season sauce with salt and pepper and simmer until ready to serve.
10
Toss hot pasta with sauce and transfer to a serving dish.
11
Pass grated Romano and crusty bread at table.

600

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound gemelli pasta (thin twists), 1 (16-ounce) jar roasted peppers, drained, 2 tablespoons (2 turns around the pan in a slow stream) extra-virgin olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Gemelli with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gemelli with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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