Cacio e Pepe

• For 2 people
• Preparation time : 20 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Cacio e Pepe
  • Spaghetti : 200 grams
  • Pecorino Romano cheese (grated) : 100 grams
  • Black pepper (freshly ground) : 2 teaspoons
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

• Boil a pot of water, add salt, and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
• In a separate pan, toast the black pepper over low heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
• Reserve a cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and add it to the pan with the black pepper.
• Sprinkle half of the grated Pecorino Romano cheese over the spaghetti and toss well.
• Gradually add pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce.
• Serve the Cacio e Pepe in bowls, topping each with the remaining Pecorino Romano cheese and an extra grind of black pepper.

Tips

• Use high-quality Pecorino Romano cheese for the best flavor.
• Reserve enough pasta water to adjust the consistency of the sauce as needed.

Information

• Cacio e Pepe is a simple yet delicious pasta dish that highlights the flavors of cheese and pepper.