Name: Cacio e Pepe Vegan
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 11 min
Total time: 21 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 Box Barilla® Spaghetti; 100ml Extra-virgin olive oil; 1 ½ cup grated Vegan Pecorino Cheese; TIP Salt and coarsely ground black pepper

Cacio e Pepe Vegan

21 minutes

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

4 servings

1Box Barilla^® Spaghetti

100mlExtra-virgin olive oil

1½ cup grated Vegan Pecorino Cheese

TIPSalt 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.

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.

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.

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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Suggestion

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!

Cacio e Pepe Vegan