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Cacio e Pepe

"Cacio e Pepe" is Italian for "cheese and pepper," the dish consists of cheese, pepper, and pasta. 
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: cacio e pepe
Servings: 4 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb box pasta
  • 1 cup Finely Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
  • 1 tbsp Crushed Black Peppercorns

Instructions

  • In a large pot of salted water, bring the water to a boil and cook the pasta. 
  • A few minutes before the pasta is ready, heat a medium-sized saucepan and toast the pepper for a few minutes.
  •  Add 1/2 cup of pasta water to the pan, then add the pasta and mix. 
  • Gradually add the cheese, 1/4 cup at a time, and mix between each addition. That's it! Serve immediately while the cheese is hot and creamy.

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