Cacio E Za'atar Recipe
stracchino, pecorino lupa, toasted black pepper
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the stracchino cheese, grated pecorino lupa, za'atar spice mix, and toasted black pepper. Mix well to create a creamy consistency.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the bowl with the cheese mixture. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water gradually until the sauce reaches your desired creaminess.
- 4
Finish and Serve
Drizzle with olive oil and adjust seasoning with salt and more black pepper if desired. Serve immediately, garnished with extra pecorino and za'atar on top.
