Cacio E Pepe Recipe
Gluten Free. Bacon, homemade sausage, sautéed egg & Parmesan in a white sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gluten-free spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 2
Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the chopped bacon. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.
- 3
Make the Sausage
In the same skillet, add the ground pork. Break it apart with a spatula and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- 4
Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, black pepper, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- 5
- 6
Add Bacon
Fold in the crispy bacon and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and more black pepper if desired.


