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Cacio e Pepe

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Cacio e Pepe is a classic Italian dish that showcases the beauty of simplicity. With just three core ingredients—spaghetti, Pecorino Romano cheese, and black pepper—this recipe creates a creamy, flavorful pasta dish that’s both comforting and indulgent. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests, Cacio e Pepe is all about rich textures and bold flavors that will leave everyone wanting more.

Ingredients

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  • 400g spaghetti
  • 150g freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
  • 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp sea salt (for pasta water)
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente, according to package instructions.
  3. While pasta cooks, finely grate the Pecorino Romano cheese.
  4. In a frying pan over medium heat, toast black pepper for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water; drain spaghetti and add it to the frying pan with the toasted black pepper.
  6. Gradually sprinkle in grated Pecorino Romano while stirring, adding reserved pasta water slowly until achieving a creamy sauce consistency.

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