Yummy Roasted Red Pepper Rigatoni Recipe

This Roasted Red Pepper Rigatoni is an easy, flavor-packed pasta dish that’s guaranteed to impress. Made with just a handful of ingredients, it comes together in under 20 minutes and delivers big results. The creamy red bell pepper sauce has a savory-sweet balance that coats every piece of rigatoni beautifully, then gets finished with fresh basil and parmesan cheese for the perfect final touch.

It’s light, on the healthier side, yet still comforting enough to get you through these long, cool months. This is the kind of dish that feels cozy without being heavy, making it ideal for weeknight dinners when you want something satisfying but not complicated. Once you try it, it’s bound to become a regular on your table.

That pretty much sums it up. From start to finish, this recipe takes about 20 to 25 minutes, which makes it an excellent option when time is tight but cravings are strong. It’s quick, simple, and honestly hard to resist. Trust me, this is one of those recipes you’ll want to make again and again.

Maybe it’s because I’m a total carb-ivore, but I truly can’t think of anything better on a weeknight than a super simple pasta dish. Yes, carb-ivore—someone who happily survives on carbohydrates like pasta and bread. I have a feeling many of you can relate, even if you don’t say it out loud. No judgment here at all. Bring carbs, and we’re instantly friends.

Carbs just make life better, especially during busy seasons when easy recipes are a must. Dishes like this, made with minimal ingredients and effortless steps, are exactly what we need. You can enjoy it just as it is, or add your favorite protein to turn it into a more complete meal. Either way, this roasted red pepper rigatoni delivers comfort, flavor, and simplicity in every bite.

Yummy Roasted Red Pepper Rigatoni Recipe

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Yummy Roasted Red Pepper Rigatoni flavorful pasta dish is very easy to make. Made with a handful of ingredients and come together in less than 20 minutes. Creamy, savory-sweet red pepper sauce garnish with Basil and Parmesan cheese.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 12 oz rigatoni pasta, (or pasta of choice)
• 1 tbsp minced garlic, (approximately 3-4 cloves)
• 3 shallots, (thinly sliced (or 1/2 medium yellow onion))
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 cup half-and-half, (or sub with milk of choice or heavy cream)
• 4 oz cream cheese, (softened to room temp and cubed)
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 12 oz jar of roasted red peppers (in water), (drained and rinsed)

Garnishment:

• fresh or dried basil
• grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

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Notes

• Cream cheese will melt quicker and easier if it is first softened to room temperature and then sliced into small cubes prior to being added to the pan. Forget to take it out of the fridge in time? No problem! Simply place it close to (but a safe distance from) the burner when your pot of water is coming to a boil. I generally place it on the stove (I have a glass top) and it warms enough to soften it.

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