Rotini with Catalan Sauce

Bright, flavorful, and perfectly balanced, this Rotini with Catalan Sauce is a pasta dish that brings Mediterranean flair straight to your table. Sweet bell peppers, toasted almonds, and the bold, herbaceous notes of Benissimo Sweet Bell Pepper Seasoning create a creamy, savory sauce that pairs beautifully with tender rotini and fresh peas. This recipe is ideal for easy recipes, weeknight recipes, and family recipes, giving you restaurant-quality flavor without the fuss.

Ingredients

1 pound rotini pasta
3 one-inch slices baguette or 2 slices Italian bread, toasted
8 tablespoons Sweet Bell Pepper Seasoning
¼ cup salted almonds
1½ cups chicken broth
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ cup EVOO
1 teaspoon sherry vinegar
10 ounces frozen baby peas
⅓ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.

2. Tear toasted bread into pieces and place in a blender with Sweet Bell Pepper Seasoning, vinegar, oil, chicken broth, almonds, and red pepper flakes. Blend until smooth, about 2 minutes.

3. Transfer sauce to a large skillet and bring to a simmer.

4. When pasta is barely al dente, add peas and cook until tender, about 2 minutes.

5. Drain pasta and peas, then add to sauce along with Parmesan cheese. Toss to combine.

6. Divide into four warmed bowls and serve immediately. Season with salt to taste and top with extra grated Parmesan if desired.

This Rotini with Catalan Sauce is a delicious, fuss-free dish that fits perfectly into your collection of easy recipes, weeknight recipes, and family recipes. The combination of tender pasta, sweet bell pepper sauce, and the nutty crunch of almonds makes it a crowd-pleaser for any meal. With Benissimo Sweet Bell Pepper Seasoning, you can elevate simple ingredients into a vibrant, flavorful pasta dinner your family will love.