Ingredients:
- 12 oz (340g) jarred roasted red peppers, drained
- 2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup (115g) yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves (15g) garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
- 1/2 tsp (1g) smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp (8g) fresh basil leaves, chiffonade
- 1 tsp (5ml) lemon juice
Instructions:
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the diced onions and cook until translucent and soft (about 4-5 minutes).
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 60 seconds until fragrant.
- Transfer the sautéed onion and garlic mixture into a high speed blender.
- Add the drained roasted red peppers, heavy cream, and smoked paprika.
- Blend on high for 45-60 seconds until completely smooth and mahogany colored.
- Pour the blended mixture back into the saucepan over low heat.
- Stir in the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese slowly, whisking constantly until the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from heat immediately.
- Stir in the lemon juice and fresh basil.