Cacio e Pepe
Cacio e pepe is a classic Italian dish that captivates with its simplicity and rich flavor. Featuring just three main ingredients—spaghetti, Pecorino Romano cheese, and black pepper—this creamy pasta is both comforting and elegant. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, cacio e pepe brings warmth and nostalgia to the table. In under 30 minutes, you can create a delectable meal that showcases the magic of minimalism in cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) spaghetti
- 1 cup (100g) grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1 tbsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Salt (for pasta water)
- ½ cup (120ml) reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a bowl, grate 1 cup of Pecorino Romano cheese.
- Return drained spaghetti to the pot over low heat. Add reserved pasta water, most of the grated cheese, and black pepper. Stir vigorously until combined into a creamy sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra cheese and pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg