Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add 8 ounces DeLallo Bucatini Pasta and cook until al dente according to package directions. Before draining, reserve a splash of the hot pasta water; then drain the pasta and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, place the drained 1 (12 ounce) jar DeLallo Roasted Red Peppers, 2–3 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and 1 tablespoon DeLallo Extra Virgin Olive Oil in a food processor and blend until smooth.
- In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add 1/2 medium chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, about 4–5 minutes.
- Add the roasted red pepper mixture to the skillet, then stir in 3/4 cup heavy/whipping cream and 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 7–8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir in 2 cups (packed) fresh baby spinach and 1 small handful fresh basil. Cook until the spinach wilts, about 1–2 minutes.
- Add the drained bucatini to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta in the sauce. If the sauce needs thinning, add a splash of the reserved hot pasta water and toss again. Heat together 1 minute more until everything is warmed through.
- Serve immediately and top with freshly grated parmesan cheese to taste.
