Use freshly grated Pecorino Romano for the best flavor and melting quality. Pre-grated cheese often contains cellulose, which can prevent it from melting smoothly. Freshly cracked black pepper is crucial to the flavor of this dish. Avoid using pre-ground pepper. The key to a creamy sauce is to work quickly and toss the pasta vigorously as the cheese melts. The starch in the pasta water helps to create a smooth emulsion. Don't overcook the spaghetti! Al dente pasta will hold its shape better and provide a more satisfying texture. For an extra layer of flavor, try toasting the black peppercorns in a dry skillet before grinding them.
Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME20 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS957
Elevate your pasta night with this incredibly simple yet deeply flavorful Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe. A Roman classic, this dish transforms humble ingredients into a luxurious, peppery, cheesy indulgence. It's a minimalist masterpiece that delivers maximum flavor!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate88 g
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Cholesterol54 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein32 g
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Saturated Fat12 g
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Sodium633 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat36 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions, or until al dente (approximately 8-10 minutes). Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining. (Time: ~10 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant and the garlic is lightly golden (about 1-2 minutes). Be careful not to burn the garlic. (Time: ~2 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the oil, garlic, and pepper mixture. Toss to coat. (Time: ~1 minute)
04 Step
Recipe View Reduce heat to low. Add 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water to the skillet. Immediately add the grated Pecorino Romano cheese. Toss vigorously and continuously with tongs, allowing the cheese to melt and emulsify with the pasta water to create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add more pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency. (Time: ~3-5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Serve immediately. Garnish with additional grated Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly cracked black pepper.
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Veda Oconner
Oct 12, 2023I had trouble getting the cheese to melt smoothly at first, but then I realized I wasn't using finely grated cheese. Once I switched, it worked perfectly!
Jeramy Schiller
Aug 24, 2023This is such a simple dish, but it's bursting with flavor. I'm already planning to make it again next week.
Delphine Wolff
Apr 9, 2023The tip about toasting the peppercorns is brilliant! It really elevates the flavor of the dish.
Taurean Pacocha
Aug 21, 2022My family devoured this! It's definitely going into our regular rotation.
Idella Stehr
Jun 23, 2022This recipe is a game-changer! I always thought Cacio e Pepe was complicated, but this made it so easy and delicious.