Creamy Pasta with Black Bean Sauce
Indulge in this velvety smooth rottini pasta bathed in a rich and flavorful black bean sauce. The combination of tender pasta tubes and creamy black bean goodness will leave you craving for more. Perfectly balanced with aromatic spices and fresh herbs, this dish is a delightful blend of comfort and exotic flavors.
ingredients
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Set aside.
- 2.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- 3.
Add the cumin, paprika, and chili powder to the skillet, stirring for a minute until fragrant.
- 4.
Add the black beans and vegetable broth to the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 5.
Use a blender or immersion blender to blend the black bean mixture until smooth and creamy.
- 6.
Return the sauce to the skillet, stir in the heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 7.
Simmer the sauce for an additional 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- 8.
Toss the cooked rotini pasta with the black bean sauce, ensuring each pasta tube is coated in the creamy goodness.
- 9.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
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