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cacio e pepe

A traditional Roman pasta dish translating simply to "cheese and pepper." This recipe relies on the starch from the pasta water and finely grated Pecorino Romano to create a rich, creamy emulsion without using any cream or butter. The result is a savory, sharp, and spicy pasta dish that is elegantly simple yet incredibly satisfying.

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mainItalian2 servingsvegetarian
Cacio e pepe - Image 1
10
prep (min)
15
cook (min)
25
total (min)
  • 250 grams spaghetti or tonnarelli
  • 150 grams Pecorino Romano cheese, very finely grated
  • 2 tsp black peppercorns, whole
  • 1 tsp salt (for pasta water)