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Ingredients
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2 large red bell peppers
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3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for coating
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2 tablespoons minced garlic
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¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
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2 cups half-and-half
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¼ cup grated Romano cheese
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4 tablespoons butter
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salt and pepper to taste
Directions
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Preheat the broiler. Lightly coat the red peppers with olive oil. Cook peppers under the broiler until the skin is blackened, and the flesh has softened slightly. Place peppers in a paper bag or resealable plastic bag to cool for approximately 45 minutes.
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Remove the seeds and skin from the peppers (the skin should come off the peppers easily now). Cut peppers into small pieces.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add chopped red peppers, garlic, and basil; cook and stir until flavors combine, about 5 to 10 minutes.
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Carefully place mixture into a blender and puree to desired consistency. Return puree to the skillet, and reheat to a boil.
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Stir in half-and-half and Romano cheese; cook and stir until cheese melts. Add butter, and stir until melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Cook’s Note
This sauce freezes well. It is excellent on any type of pasta, but tortellini or ravioli seems to be the best match.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
206 | Calories |
19g | Fat |
6g | Carbs |
4g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 206 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 19g | 24% |
Saturated Fat 9g | 47% |
Cholesterol 42mg | 14% |
Sodium 258mg | 11% |
Total Carbohydrate 6g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
Total Sugars 2g | |
Protein 4g | 7% |
Vitamin C 54mg | 60% |
Calcium 114mg | 9% |
Iron 0mg | 2% |
Potassium 182mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.