Spaghetti with Green Peppercorns Sauce

Indulge in the delightful flavors of this cheesy spaghetti with green peppercorns sauce, boasting a luxurious creamy texture that will tantalize your taste buds!

I’m absolutely obsessed with this dish—I’ve whipped it up more times than I can count in the past couple of weeks! It’s become my go-to comfort food, and I find myself craving it constantly. While I’ve always had a soft spot for cheesy spaghetti, this recipe takes it to a whole new level. The green peppercorns add a subtle yet spicy kick, perfectly complementing the tangy sour cream, crumbly feta cheese, and fragrant dill.

Sure, pasta and cheese may not be the epitome of health, but hey, we all deserve to treat ourselves now and then, right? To make it a tad healthier, I opted for gluten-free pasta made and loaded up on dill for that extra vitamins boost.

I can’t wait to hear what you think! Drop me a comment and let me know if you enjoyed this cheesy spaghetti with green peppercorns sauce as much as I did!

The classic green peppercorns sauce

The classic green peppercorn sauce, originating from French cuisine, has a rich history deeply rooted in culinary traditions. Green peppercorns are the unripe berries of the pepper plant, harvested before they reach full maturity, giving them a milder flavor compared to their black counterparts.

This sauce is often associated with steak dishes, particularly in French bistros and fine dining establishments, where it serves as a luxurious accompaniment to grilled or seared meats. The sauce is typically made by sautéing green peppercorns in butter, shallots, and sometimes garlic, before deglazing the pan with wine or stock and finishing with cream or a reduction to create a velvety texture.

Over time, variations of the classic green peppercorn sauce have emerged, with chefs incorporating additional ingredients such as herbs, mustard, or even brandy to enhance its depth of flavor. Its versatility extends beyond steaks, often used to elevate poultry, pork, and seafood dishes, adding a touch of sophistication and complexity to the overall dining experience.

Inspired by the allure of this classic sauce, this cheesy spaghetti with green peppercorns sauce recipe offers a creative twist on tradition, infusing the essence of green peppercorns into a creamy pasta dish for a uniquely delightful culinary experience.

Looking for more amazing pasta sauce recipes? Check out my pasta sauce guide. Also, if you want to try this recipes with penne, tagliatelle or macaroni, check out my types of pasta guide to choose the best one.

Spaghetti with Green Peppercorns Sauce

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of this cheesy spaghetti with green peppercorns sauce, boasting a luxurious creamy texture that will tantalize your taste buds!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Main Dishes

Cuisine French, Italian

Servings 2

Calories 465 kcal

Ingredients

 

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• 150 g spaghetti
• 6 Tbsps feta cheese creamy
• 4 Tbsps sour cream
• 3 Tbsps dill chopped
• 2 Tbsp scallions chopped
• 1 Tbsp green peppercorns canned, to taste

Instructions

 

• Boil the pasta al dente, according to the instructions on the package.
• In a bowl, add feta cheese, sour cream, chopped dill, green onions and green peppercorns.
• Add the boiled pasta with 2-3 tablespoons of pasta water and blend together until the cheese melts and transforms into a creamy sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 465kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 18gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 747mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 471IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 297mgIron: 1mg

Keyword cheese, pasta, pasta sauce, peppercorns, spaghetti

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