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Authentic Cacio e Pepe

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A classic Italian dish made with simple yet delicious ingredients: pasta, Pecorino Romano cheese, and freshly cracked black pepper.


Ingredients

  • Spaghetti or tonnarelli
  • Pecorino Romano cheese (grated)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper


Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Reserve some pasta water, then drain the pasta.
  3. In a large pan, combine the hot pasta with grated Pecorino Romano cheese and a generous amount of freshly cracked black pepper.
  4. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a creamy sauce, tossing until well combined.
  5. Serve immediately, topped with additional cheese and black pepper if desired.

Notes

Use high-quality cheese for the best flavor. Freshly cracked black pepper adds an aromatic profile important to this dish.