Vegetarian Cacio e Pepe Fettuccine
A vegetarian twist on the classic Italian pasta dish, featuring a rich and creamy sauce made with roasted tomatoes.
Ingredients
- β12 oz Fettuccine
- β2 cups Roasted Tomatoessee notes
- β1 cup Cacio e Pepestore-bought or homemade
- β2 tbsp Olive Oil
- β2 cloves Garlic
- β1/4 cup Fresh Basilchopped
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C).
- 2
Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15-20 minutes.
- 3
Cook fettuccine according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- 4
In a large saucepan, combine roasted tomatoes, Cacio e Pepe, and garlic. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- 5
Add reserved pasta water and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Combine cooked fettuccine and tomato sauce. Toss to coat, adding more pasta water if needed.
- 7
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 8
Garnish with chopped fresh basil.
- 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!