Cacio e Pepe Vegan
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Cacio e Pepe Vegan
21 minutes total
- Moderate
- Vegan
If you're looking for an Italian vegan recipe that's both delicious and easy to make, then try out this vegan cacio e pepe pasta dish. Typically, cacio e pepe is made with pecorino cheese, but this version features a vegan alternative that's just as flavorful.
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Ingredients
Serves 4
| 1 | Box Barilla® Spaghetti |
| 100ml | Extra-virgin olive oil |
| 1 | ½ cup grated Vegan Pecorino Cheese |
| TIP | Salt and coarsely ground black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs
Method
Step 1
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until it's "al dente".
- Spaghetti
Step 2
In a small pan toast the ground black pepper. Add a small cup of cooking water and turn off the heat.
- Ground black pepper
Step 3
In a bowl, mix the Vegan Pecorino Cheese with the olive oil and 2 to 3 tablespoons of pasta water. Season it with salt if necessary.
- Vegan Pecorino Cheese
- olive oil
Step 4
Drain the pasta and put it in the pan with pepper and cooking water. Add the Pecorino mixture off the heat and toss it well. Serve hot.
Passive cooking
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Tip
With this simple vegan cacio e pepe recipe, you can enjoy a classic Italian dish without any animal products. This flavorful and satisfying meal is easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Buon appetito!