Spaghetti Cacio E Pepe Recipe
A classic Roman dish featuring al dente spaghetti tossed in a rich blend of Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly cracked black pepper for a simple yet flavorful experience.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring 2 liters of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and the spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
While the pasta is cooking, in a large mixing bowl, combine the grated Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly cracked black pepper.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the spaghetti. Immediately add the hot spaghetti to the bowl with the cheese and pepper mixture. Toss quickly to combine, adding reserved pasta water gradually until a creamy sauce forms.
- 4
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Pecorino Romano cheese and more black pepper to taste.
