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💭Why make this recipe?
Easy (but not boring) weeknight dinner - one pot recipe ready in just 30 minutes!Super easy to customize: make it vegan by adding coconut cream, add veggies to make it more nutritious, or switch up the pasta type!
If you haven’t already, check out my African pepper sauce, which is the base puree for this creamy, spicy Alfredo sauce recipe, as well as my other simple, weeknight dinner recipes!
📋 Ingredients
My spicy Alfredo sauce uses red bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, habanero peppers, heavy cream, and fresh Parmesan cheese. I know what you’re thinking, is it even an Alfredo anymore? Technically, Alfredo sauce is any type of rich, creamy sauce typically made with Parmesan and butter, so yes it is!
📖 Ingredient notes - tips and swaps
Adjust spice levels: seed or leave out habanero to reduce spiciness considerably or substitute it with jalapenos to retain a bit of the kick. Adjust creaminess: use half and half, or fat-free half and half in place of heavy cream without affecting the creaminess of the dishUse long pasta: cream sauces go best with long and flat noodles like fettuccine, spaghetti, tagliatelle or pappardelle
⏲️ Step-by-step instructions
Blend red bell peppers, tomatoes, onions, and habanero peppers (optional) to make the base. I typically just add vegetable stock to this as I’m blending (since you’ll need to add that to the pot to cook the pasta anyway). Saute onions in a large pot or Dutch oven. Then add the red pepper base along with vegetable stock and bring it to a light boil. Now, add the pasta into the pot and cook for about 3-4 minutes until it’s fully submerged. I try to move the pasta every 30 seconds to make sure it doesn’t stick. Develop the cream component using heavy cream (if you eat dairy) or coconut cream (if you’re vegan). If you’re vegan, you can also use nutritional yeast with almond milk or coconut milk for a nuttier flavor! Once the cream is in, turn the heat to a low simmer, close the lid and let it cook for about 10 minutes. The pasta should be cooked by now. Finally, add freshly grated or shredded Parmesan cheese, top with fresh herbs like basil or even a handful of scallions.
👩🏽🍳 Quick tips for spicy Alfredo sauce
♨️ Storage & serving suggestions
This spicy Alfredo pasta stays well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Portion into airtight containers before you store, then reheat each portion. To ensure creaminess, add a tablespoon of cream or a couple of tablespoons of milk before you reheat. If you enjoyed this recipe, check out some of my other “spicy” recipes: If you tried this recipe, don’t forget to comment and rate! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
📖 Recipe
If you try this recipe, please consider leaving a star rating or review! Don’t forget to tag #urbanfarmie on Instagram or @urbanfarmie on Pinterest! Note: This post was originally written February 24, 2020 as a vegan red pepper Alfredo recipe. It was updated on August 16, 2020 significantly (including actual recipe).
