Fusilli Lunghi Recipe
Cacio e Pepe, Black Pepper, Pecorino Romano
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Ingredients
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Pasta Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli lunghi and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the freshly cracked black pepper and toast for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the toasted black pepper. Pour in the reserved pasta water gradually while tossing the pasta to combine.
- 4
Add Cheese
Remove the skillet from heat and gradually sprinkle in the grated Pecorino Romano cheese, stirring quickly to create a creamy sauce. Adjust the consistency with more pasta water if needed.
- 5
Serve
Plate the pasta and finish with additional Pecorino Romano and cracked black pepper on top. Serve immediately.
