Roasted Red Pepper Sauce with Garlic & Heat

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Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
Servings
4

For the Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Smooth, smoky, and just spicy enough to wake the crew—adjust broth for thickness like trimming sails to the wind

Ingredients

  • 1 (12 Ounce) Jar Roasted Red Peppers With Garlic, Drained
  • 1 Large Garlic Clove (If Peppers Aren't Pre-Garlicked)
  • ½ Teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • ¼ Cup Chicken Or Vegetable Broth (More As Needed)

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine roasted red peppers, garlic (if needed), and red pepper flakes.
  2. Blend until smooth.
  3. With blender running, slowly add broth until desired consistency is reached.
  4. Transfer sauce to a small saucepan and heat gently over medium heat until warmed through.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.

Prep: 5 min • Cook: 5 min • Wait: No time

Notes

This vibrant sauce adds smoky depth and gentle heat to pasta, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or sandwiches. Keeps in the ship’s stores for up to 5 days; reheat gently before serving.