Fusilli With Three Cheese And Red Bell Pepper Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful one-dish pasta bake! This recipe from Food & Wine's 'One-Dish Meals' elevates simple fusilli with a trio of melted cheeses and sweet roasted red peppers. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, this dish is sure to impress with minimal cleanup.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 641.6 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fusilli With Three Cheese And Red Bell Pepper

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How to Make Fusilli With Three Cheese And Red Bell Pepper

  1. Preheat oven to broil. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a medium skillet over medium-low heat.
  2. Add 1 red bell pepper (sliced) and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook until softened, about 10 minutes.
  3. Cook 1 pound fusilli according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup pasta water.
  4. Return the cooked pasta to the pot. Add 3 tablespoons butter, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. Stir in the roasted red peppers, 1 cup shredded fontina cheese, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, and 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese. Add a little pasta water if needed to create a creamy sauce.
  6. Transfer the pasta to a buttered 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle with the remaining 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese.
  8. Broil for 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the top is lightly browned.
  9. Let stand for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

47 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

85g

Carbs

22g