Jul 14 2026
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Cacio E Pepe Recipe

Inspired by Basso
Time20m
Serves2

Linguine + cracked pepper + pecorino

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Cheese

Seasoning

Additional

Method

Cooking Pasta

  1. 1

    Cook the Linguine

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta.

Preparing Sauce

  1. 2

    Prepare Cheese and Pepper

    While the pasta cooks, finely grate the Pecorino Romano cheese into a bowl. Combine it with the cracked black pepper and mix well.

Combining

  1. 3

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    In a large pan over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the drained linguine. Gradually add the cheese and pepper mixture, tossing to combine. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time until a creamy sauce forms.

Serving

  1. 4

    Serve the Dish

    Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Pecorino and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper.

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