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Classic Cacio e Pepe

Easy Classic Cacio e Pepe Recipe with Bold, Creamy Flavor Boost

Experience the enchanting simplicity of Classic Cacio e Pepe—a comforting dish made with few ingredients that delights every palate.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta and Sauce
  • 8 oz Spaghetti Use a high-quality durum wheat pasta
  • 1 cup Pecorino Romano Cheese Freshly grated
  • 1 tbsp Black Pepper Coarsely cracked and freshly toasted
  • 1 tbsp Salt For pasta water seasoning
For the Cooking Liquid
  • 1 cup Pasta Water Reserve starchy cooking water

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • whisk

Method
 

How to Make Classic Cacio e Pepe
  1. Boil a large pot of water with 1 tbsp salt for 4–5 minutes.
  2. Toast the black pepper in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1 minute.
  3. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Reserve about 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining the spaghetti.
  5. Combine the toasted pepper and ½ cup reserved pasta water in the skillet over low heat.
  6. Toss the drained spaghetti into the skillet swiftly.
  7. Gradually add the grated Pecorino Romano, tossing vigorously.
  8. Serve immediately onto warmed plates, garnishing with extra grated cheese and black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, enjoy the dish fresh. Optional: Add a pat of butter for extra silkiness when serving.

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