Cacio e Pepe
Cacio e Pepe is a simple yet iconic Italian pasta dish that brings warmth and comfort to your dining table. With just a few high-quality ingredients, you can create a creamy, peppery sauce that clings to perfectly cooked spaghetti, making it an ideal choice for cozy family dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort. In just 20 minutes, you’ll enjoy a flavor-packed meal that celebrates the essence of Italian cuisine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g spaghetti
- 100g freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients and equipment including a large pot for boiling spaghetti.
- Bring salted water to a boil in the pot. Cook the spaghetti until al dente (about 8-10 minutes), then reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a mixing bowl, combine grated Pecorino Romano cheese and cracked black pepper. Gradually mix in reserved pasta water until creamy.
- Return drained pasta to the pot over low heat, adding the cheese mixture. Toss vigorously until well coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra cheese and cracked pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg