# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 oz penne or fettuccine
→ Vegetables
02 - 2 large red bell peppers, roasted, peeled, and sliced
03 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Sauce
05 - 2 tbsp olive oil
06 - 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - ½ tsp salt
09 - ¼ tsp black pepper
10 - ¾ cup plus 2 tbsp heavy cream
11 - ¼ cup vegetable broth
12 - ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
14 - Extra grated Parmesan, to serve
# Directions:
01 - Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika, stirring for 30 seconds to bloom the flavors.
05 - Mix in roasted red bell peppers and cook for 2 minutes.
06 - Pour in heavy cream and vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened.
07 - Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until the sauce is smooth. Thin sauce with reserved pasta water if necessary.
08 - Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until coated. Warm through gently for 1 to 2 minutes.
09 - Plate immediately, garnishing with chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese.
