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Pasta Burro e Pepe (Lentil Version)

Name: Pasta Burro e Pepe (Lentil Version)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 2 portions
Cuisine: italienne
Ingredients: 200 g Pasta (spaghetti or penne); 80 g Red lentils; 800 ml Water; 30 g Butter; 2 tsp Black pepper; 1 pinch Salt

A simple take on the classic Roman dish where red lentils replace pecorino for a creamy vegetarian version.

23 min2 servings380 kcalDifficulty: Easy

Ingredients

200 g Pasta (spaghetti or penne)
80 g Red lentils
800 ml Water
30 g Butter
2 tsp Black pepper
1 pinch Salt

Instructions

Step 1
Cook the lentils for 8 minutes in boiling water.
Step 2
Add the pasta and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
Step 3
Drain while reserving some cooking water.
Step 4
Toss with butter and black pepper. Add a little water if too dry.

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