---
title: "Roasted Pepper & Mozz Cavatappi Bake"
servings: 4
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: "https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/roasted-pepper-and-mozz-cavatappi-bake-66c39f305cb721784e636ac8"
prep time: 10 minutes
cook time: 25 minutes
time required: 35 minutes
difficulty: easy
allergens:
  - Milk
  - Wheat
tags:
  - Veggie
  - Easy Prep
rating: 4.5
rating_count: 428
source_chef: Michelle Doll Olson
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: "Many loved the creamy tomato sauce; some found it slightly bland and suggested adding garlic or Italian seasoning."
  - theme: Ease of prep
    text: "Customers appreciated how quick and easy this dish was to make, with simple steps and minimal chopping."
nutrition:
  calories: 810
  fat: 33
  saturated fat: 14
  carbohydrates: 99
  sugar: 27
  fiber: 8
  protein: 25
  cholesterol: 65
  sodium: 1060
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/Pasta%20Recipes/roasted-pepper-mozz-cavatappi-bake.avif"
---

Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 400 degrees. Bring a #medium pot{} of salted water to a boil. Wash and dry produce. Halve @bell pepper{2%unit} lengthwise; remove stem and seeds. Slice @chives{¼%ounce}(divided). Tear @fresh mozzarella{8%ounce} into bite-size pieces.

Rub each bell pepper half with a drizzle of @olive oil{}; season with @salt{} and @pepper{}. Place on a #baking sheet{}, cut sides down. Roast on top rack until softened and lightly charred, ~{20%minutes}.

Meanwhile, place @butter{1%tbsp} (2 TBSP for 4 servings) in a #small bowl{}. Microwave until just melted, ~{30%seconds}. Stir in @panko breadcrumbs{½%cup} and season with salt.

Once water is boiling, add @cavatappi pasta{12%ounce} to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, ~{11%minutes}. Drain and set aside.

While pasta cooks, heat a #large pan{} over medium-high heat. Add @marinara sauce{2%unit}, ½ cup water (¾ cup for 4 servings), half the @chives{}, a pinch of @chsync flakes{2%tsp}, and a big pinch of @salt; stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium. Simmer until slightly thickened, ~{5%minutes}. Turn off heat; stir in @cream cheese{4%tbsp} until melted and combined. Season with salt and @pepper.

Once @bell pepper{} is done roasting, remove from oven and let cool slightly. Transfer @bell pepper{} to a cutting board and thinly slice. Heat broiler to high. Stir sliced @bell pepper{} and drained @cavatappi pasta{} into the pan with sauce. If sauce seems too thick, add a splash of water. Season with salt and @pepper{} and. TIP: If your pan isn't ovenproof, transfer mixture now to a baking dish. Sprinkle @fresh mozzarella{} and @panko breadcrumbs{} over top. Broil until cheese melts and panko is golden brown, ~{2%minutes}. Watch carefully to avoid burning.

Sprinkle the bake with remaining @chives{} and as much remaining @chili flakes{} as you like. Serve family style or divide between plates.