
Nothing more luscious than a velvety creamy basil pesto sauce on al dente pasta. And, this mezze rigatoni basil pesto & peppers is just a dream bowl of happiness. Plus, you can use store brands for the basil pesto and roasted red peppers like Mezzetta. I keep an array of these type products in my refrigerator because they’re just so convenient and handy for soooooooooo many things!
Now you can choose your own type of pasta for this dish. But I love this mezze rigatoni because of the ridges and shape which seems to attract and hang on to the sauce~yeah, I know that’s not a real ‘culinary’ description, but, you get it.
Another dimension of this simple and quick recipe is the simple and subtle contrast with a ‘vinegaree’ flavor (that’s not culinary either, right!) of the roasted red pepper pieces. It’s just perfect paired with the richness and saltiness of the parmesan. The key to this dish is cooking your pasta al dente. You don’t want it soft and moooosheee. It’s got a delicate ‘bite’ to it as you chew. oxo ~peace & pasta~ ally
Ingredients Instructions Notes You're probably wondering about that extra salty water~well, it's for just in case you need to add a tad bit more. Better to be on the safe side and have a little extra!
Beverley says
ha! I love your better to be sake than sorry extra water. Great ingredients coming together in one recipe equals delicious. The red chilli flakes add a nice kick to the sauce xoxo
ally says
Beverley! You’re so right…mays well have that extra water on hand for just in case…you can always throw it out. And, we’re big spicy folks, so always something to add some kick and heat…than you luv!! xoxo