Tonnarello Cacio E Pepe Recipe
Make Tonnarello Cacio E Pepe Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Finishing Touches
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 liters of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook Tonnarello
Add the tonnarello pasta to the boiling salted water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Reserve Pasta Water
Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water. Then, drain the pasta and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- 4
Combine Cheese and Pepper
In a large bowl, combine the grated Pecorino Romano cheese and the freshly cracked black pepper. Mix well.
- 5
Add Pasta Water
Gradually add the reserved pasta water to the cheese and pepper mixture while whisking to create a smooth sauce. Start with about ½ cup and add more as needed to reach a creamy consistency.
- 6
Toss Pasta
Add the drained tonnarello to the sauce, tossing quickly to coat the pasta evenly. If needed, add a little more reserved pasta water to help the sauce adhere.
Serving
- 7
Plate and Drizzle
Divide the pasta among serving plates. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and top with additional grated Pecorino Romano cheese and more black pepper, if desired.
