Classic Cacio e Pepe

A timeless Roman pasta dish that brings together simple ingredients for an extraordinary flavor. With just pasta, cheese, and pepper, this dish is a celebration of simplicity and taste.

easy 15 min 600 cal
Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. 2. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. 3. While the pasta cooks, in a large bowl, mix the grated Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly ground black pepper. 4. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta. 5. Quickly add the hot pasta to the bowl with the cheese and pepper mixture. 6. Toss vigorously, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until a creamy sauce forms. 7. Adjust with more cheese or pepper to taste. 8. Serve immediately with additional cheese on top if desired.

Ingredients

100g spaghetti 50g Pecorino Romano cheese, grated 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper Salt, to taste Water, for boiling

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