Classic Cacio e Pepe: Easy Homemade Comfort in Every Bite
Cacio e Pepe is a classic Italian dish that features cheese and pepper, embodying the heart of Roman cuisine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente.
- Reserve some pasta water and drain the rest.
- In a large bowl, combine hot spaghetti with cheese and pepper.
- Mix rigorously and add reserved pasta water to achieve desired creaminess.
- Serve immediately with additional cheese and pepper if desired.
Notes
- For a creamy texture, be sure to use the cooking water.
- Quality cheese makes a significant difference in flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg