Acini Di Pepe With Zucchini And Peppers Recipe

Ingredients for Acini Di Pepe With Zucchini And Peppers

• Acini Di Pepe Pasta
• Kosher Salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Carrot
• 1/2 medium onion, diced
• Garlic Cloves
• Yellow Pepper
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• White Wine
• Fresh Parsley
• Fresh Oregano
• 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
• Ground Pepper

How to Make Acini Di Pepe With Zucchini And Peppers

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the acini di pepe and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the diced carrots and onion and cook for about 8 minutes, until softened.
4. Add the minced garlic, diced zucchini, and bell pepper. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté for another 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Pour in the white wine and scrape the bottom of the pan to loosen any browned bits. Let the wine reduce slightly for about 1 minute.
6. Add the cooked acini di pepe to the skillet and toss gently to combine with the vegetables and wine sauce.
7. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley, oregano, and grated Romano cheese.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
9. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!