PROTEIN+® CELLENTANI CACIO E PEPE WITH SHAVED ZUCCHINI

INGREDIENTS

• 3 lb Barilla Protein+® Cellentani
• 1 cup canola & olive oil blend (90% canola oil, 10% extra virgin olive oil)
• 3 lb fresh zucchini, shaved
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 1/2 cup half-and-half
• 3 1/2 Tbsp butter
• 1 1/2 cup Romano cheese, grated
• 1/2 tsp black pepper, cracked
• 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh Italian parsley, chopped
• 3 Tbsp chives, finely chopped

PREPARATION

1. 1.Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. 2.Heat oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add shaved zucchini and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 1 minute. Add half-and-half and bring to a simmer.
3. 3.Add pasta to the pan and toss to combine. Add butter and Romano cheese, stirring until the cheese is melted and the pasta is evenly coated. Season liberally with black pepper and additional salt, if needed.
4. 4.Garnish with chopped parsley and chives. Serve.