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Cacio e Pepe

Cacio e Pepe is a classic Roman pasta dish made with just three ingredients: pasta, Pecorino Romano cheese, and black pepper.

Preparation

Step 1

Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente.

Step 2

While pasta cooks, toast black pepper in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant.

Step 3

Reserve 1/2 cup pasta cooking water, then drain pasta.

Step 4

Return pasta to the pot, add cheese and a bit of reserved pasta water, stirring to create a creamy sauce.

Step 5

Stir in toasted black pepper and butter if using.

Step 6

Serve immediately, garnished with extra cheese and pepper if desired.

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imagePreparation time10 minutes
imageCooking time10 minutes
imageTotal time20 minutes
Dinner

Difficulty level

Easy

Dishes

2

Allergens

Gluten, Dairy

Cuisine

Italian Cuisine

Diet type

Vegetarian

Nutrition facts

Rich and creamy, high in carbohydrates and cheese.

Ingredients

  • 250g spaghetti
  • 1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, finely grated
  • 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper
  • Salt
  • 1 tbsp butter (optional)
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