SPAGHETTI WITH THREE CHEESE SWEET PEPPER MARINARA

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I love some good pasta, and not many places serve it with bold, rich flavors the way I like. This is my favorite variation on a classic marinara. The tang of the pepper adds some interest, and when you saute the fennel and oregano, it really brings out their flavor. I like the balance of creamy and hearty, and this sauce is...

Provided by Annie Leon

Categories     Pasta

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 medium onion
1 large red or orange bell pepper
3 Tbsp olive oil
4 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp fennel seed
2 tsp oregano, dried
1 can(s) tomato paste
14 oz crushed tomatoes
14 oz diced tomatoes italian-style
3 oz cream cheese
1/4 c parmesan cheese
1/4 c mozzarella, shredded
1/4 c sour cream, light
1 Tbsp basil, dried
1/2 tsp ancho chile powder
1/8 c parsley flakes
1 lb spaghetti

Steps:

  • 1. Finely chop onion and cube bell pepper, saute in olive oil with fennel seed, oregano, and garlic until just tender.
  • 2. Stir in all remaining ingredients except parsley. Simmer over low heat for 25-30 minutes.
  • 3. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and add to sauce, top with parsley.

Aboagye Seth
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I made this dish with whole wheat spaghetti and it was still very good! I also used a low-fat version of the cheeses and it was still very creamy and flavorful.


Jayline Aaliyah
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. The flavors of the three cheeses and sweet peppers were still very good.


Krrish Krrish
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I'm always looking for new and exciting pasta recipes, and this one definitely delivered! The combination of three cheeses and sweet peppers was unique and delicious. I'll definitely be making this dish again.


Sh Shjjj
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover spaghetti. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables!


Muneeb Waheed
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can easily customize it to your own taste by adding different vegetables, herbs, or spices.


Tanha Begum
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This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very affordable, which is a bonus!


Rahul Sunuwar
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I made this dish with gluten-free spaghetti and it was still very good! The spaghetti cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.


Christabel Kanana
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I'm a vegan, so I made this dish with plant-based cheese and ground beef. It was still very delicious! The plant-based cheese melted perfectly and the ground beef was very flavorful.


Shahin Hawlader
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I'm a vegetarian, so I made this dish with grilled vegetables instead of ground beef. It was still very delicious! The vegetables added a nice crunch and sweetness to the dish.


Isaiah Austin
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I made this dish with whole wheat spaghetti and it was still very good! I also used a low-fat version of the cheeses and it was still very creamy and flavorful.


Morris Norman
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This dish was a bit too spicy for me. I think I would have preferred it with less chili flakes. However, the flavors of the three cheeses and sweet peppers were still very good.


Shosi Islam
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I found this dish to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning. However, the texture of the spaghetti was perfect and the sauce was very creamy.


Rameez Shapater
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less sugar. However, the flavors of the three cheeses and sweet peppers were still very good.


Hassan Rafique
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I'm always looking for new and exciting pasta recipes, and this one definitely fit the bill! The combination of three cheeses and sweet peppers was unique and delicious. I'll definitely be making this dish again.


Paul McGilloway
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! My guests raved about the flavor of the sauce and the tenderness of the spaghetti. I'll definitely be adding this recipe to my regular dinner rotation.


Ali Mannion
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This dish was a hit with my family! My kids loved the sweet and tangy sauce, and my husband and I enjoyed the complex flavors of the three cheeses. We'll definitely be making this recipe again.


Angel Luka
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not an experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems. The instructions were clear and concise, and the ingredients were easy to find at my local grocery s


Gaming Fariya
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This pasta dish was an absolute delight! The combination of three cheeses and sweet peppers in the marinara sauce created a rich and flavorful sauce that perfectly coated the spaghetti. The sweetness of the peppers balanced out the tanginess of the t