Creamy Pasta With Bell Peppers

Mr.P did not come home for lunch. So there was not much fanfare. It s a hot day and it s been that way for the past 15 days. Hot is an understatement. It s scorching here. Mercury is not sparing the whip and all i feel like eating is sorbets and ice creams. I gulp down a glass or two of spiced buttermilk too. Today was a different story though. I did feel like eating and cos Mr. P whose hatred for pasta is almost pontifical. I had a bag of bow ties waiting to be cooked in my pantry. So, i decided that today shall be the day for the pasta mania.
       What i love about pasta is that it tastes yummy how ever you make it. You can make it the authentic Italian way or indianise it a lil with some sprigs of cilantro.Or make it any way you like. A friend even makes it with cumin powder and garam masala and the pasta tastes delicious. This recipe is something that i ve created on a whim. No references or adaptations. Give it a try and let me know if you all enjoyed it.

Prep Time: Under 15mins
Cook Time: Under 45 mins
Serves 1

( This tastes good only with penne or bow ties. You can add a tomato too if you desire. I ve made it both the ways and both taste equally heavenly.You can adjust the spice level as you wish. And dont attempt any pasta with any other oil other than olive oil.) 


What You Need?

Pasta Bow ties or penne 1.5cups
Bell peppers(red, green&yellow)
-finely chopped 1 cup
Onions 2 medium chopped finely
Garlic minced 1 tbsp
Italian seasoning 2 tsp
Red chili flakes 1 tsp
Fresh cream 1/4 cup
Olive oil 2 tbsp
Salt to taste

How To Make It?

Bring to boil about 2 litres of water with salt and once the water begins bubbling up, add the pasta and cook for 25 mins.
Check if the pasta has cooked and then drain the water and set aside.
Heat a wok and add the garlic and onions. Saute till light brown.
Now, add the bell peppers and saute till the skin on the bell peppers wilts.
Now, add the chili flakes, salt and italian seasoning.
Saute for about 3 mins. This is to incorporate the flavors into the veggies well.
Now, turn the flame to the lowest possible and add the cream.
Cook on a low flame for 3 mins.
Add the drained pasta to this and gently combine.

Serve hot with your choice of sauces or a crunchy salad or even a slice of tomato bread