Cacio e Pepe
Cacio e Pepe is a classic Italian pasta dish that epitomizes simplicity and flavor. With just a few high-quality ingredients, this creamy, cheesy delight is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy dinner at home. The combination of al dente spaghetti, sharp Pecorino Romano, and freshly cracked black pepper creates a luxurious sauce that clings to each strand of pasta. In under 30 minutes, you can whip up this comforting dish that will transport your taste buds straight to Italy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 400g spaghetti
- 100g freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Salt (for boiling)
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- While the pasta cooks, grate Pecorino Romano into a bowl.
- Drain the pasta, reserving about 1 cup of the cooking water. In a skillet over medium heat, combine drained pasta and black pepper.
- Gradually mix in the grated cheese while tossing with tongs. Slowly add reserved pasta water until the sauce reaches your desired creaminess.
- Continue mixing until every strand is coated in cheese.
- Plate the cacio e pepe hot, topped with extra cheese and cracked pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 541
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 267mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 71g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 50mg