Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Place the sweet peppers, shallot, garlic, pesto, tomato paste and red pepper flakes into a large baking dish. Season with a pinch of salt and 1 teaspoon pepper, then mix and roast until dark in color and soft, 13 to 15 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente in the salted water. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup of the pasta water. Set aside.

Step 4

Remove the dish of sweet peppers from the oven and immediately add the spinach, pasta and reserved pasta water. Toss to combine, taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Step 5

Distribute the goat cheese over the top and drizzle with the balsamic glaze. Serve straight from the baking dish.