Creamy Penne Pasta
Tender penne coated in a rich cream sauce with sautéed bell peppers and briny black olives, finished with a hint of heat from red pepper flakes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Boil salted water and cook penne until al dente, then drain.
Step 2
Dice bell peppers and mince garlic.
Step 3
Melt butter in a large pan and sauté garlic and peppers for 3 minutes.
Step 4
Pour in cream, add red pepper flakes, and simmer for 2 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in cooked penne and black olives, tossing until coated.
Step 6
Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- large skillet
- wooden spoon
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- colander
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