Creamy Spaghetti with Veggie Mince & Pecorino

• Boil the spaghetti for 10 - 12 minutes until done, then reserve some of the pasta water before draining and setting aside.
• Heat a drizzle of olive oil in the same frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the garlic and onion for 1 - 2 minutes, then add the Romano pepper and fry for another 1 - 2 minutes.
• Deglaze with the balsamic vinegar, then add the diced tomatoes, the sugar and the rest of the Italian herbs.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper, then cover with the lid and allow to simmer for 6 - 8 minutes.

• Finely chop the basil.
• Stir in the mascarpone and the veggie mince, then simmer for 2 - 3 more minutes. 
• Add the spaghetti and 1 tbsp pasta water per person and mix well to combine.

Did you know... as well as vitamin C, Romano peppers are also high in vitamin E. This antioxidant is also found in sunflower oil, wholegrain products, nuts, seeds and green vegetables.