2 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin 2 turns around the pan in a slow stream
1 pound gemelli pasta thin twists
16 ounce roasted peppers drained
6 servings romano grated
6 servings salt and pepper
1 large shallots finely chopped
Equipment
food processor
frying pan
pot
stove
Directions
Place a large pot of water on the stove and bring to a boil. Salt the water and cook gemelli to al dente (with a bite to it), about 9 minutes.
Grind drained roasted peppers in a food processor.
Heat a large skillet over moderate heat.
Add extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and shallots to the pan.
Saute garlic and shallots 3 minutes, stir in roasted peppers.
Saute pepper paste 2 minutes, stir in wine or chicken stock, reduce liquid for 1 or 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and parsley. Season sauce with salt and pepper and simmer until ready to serve.
Toss hot pasta with sauce and transfer to a serving dish. Pass grated Romano and crusty bread at table.