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Rasta Pasta Recipe

Rasta Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish inspired by Jamaican cuisine, featuring pasta tossed with colorful vegetables and a creamy sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 12 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup bell peppers sliced (red, yellow, and green)
  • 1 cup onion sliced
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 teaspoon jerk seasoning
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the penne pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
  2. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. In the same pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
  3. Add the jerk seasoning, stirring to incorporate, and then let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes.
Adding Vegetables
  1. Add the sliced bell peppers and onion to the sauce, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until they are slightly softened.
  2. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
  1. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce mixture, tossing gently to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
Serving
  1. Divide the Rasta Pasta among serving plates. Drizzle with lime juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

For a spicier version, feel free to add more jerk seasoning or diced chili peppers to the sauce.

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