How to Make Habanero Pepper Cream Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spice up your weeknight dinner routine with this fiery and flavorful habanero pepper cream pasta recipe! The combination of creamy sauce and the heat of the habanero pepper creates a mouthwatering dish that will leave your taste buds tingling with delight. Whether you're a fan of spicy food or simply looking to add a little kick to your pasta dishes, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your rotation.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package cavatappi pasta
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 medium shallot, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, diced
  • 1 dried habanero pepper, chopped
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • While the pasta is cooking, melt butter with olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shallot, garlic, and habanero pepper; cook and stir until lightly browned and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • Bring cream to a simmer in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in shallot mixture and tomato, then mix in flour and black pepper. Simmer until thickened, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Remove from the heat and let sit until pasta is finished.
  • Drain pasta. Serve pasta on plates and ladle sauce over top.
  • Nutrition

    755 cal.

    • Total Fat: 53g
    • Saturated Fat: 32g
    • Cholesterol: 183mg
    • Sodium: 365mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 324mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 364mg