Cacio e Pepe
"Only three ingredients! Sounds easy, but the simplest dishes with the least ingredients are sometimes known to be the most difficult. With this recipe, the quality of the products is crucial. You should definitely try it with fresh pasta and high quality Pecorino Romano from the Italian deli or specialty shop. The result will be heavenly."
Difficulty
Easy 👌Preparation
Baking
Resting
Ingredients
Utensils
grater, large bowl, pot (large), tweezers
Nutrition per serving
Step 1/2
- 150 g Pecorino cheese
- 1 tsp black peppercorns
- grater
- large bowl
Finely grate the pecorino cheese and place two-thirds in a large bowl. Add freshly ground black pepper.
Step 2/2
- 200 g spaghetti
- 75 ml pasta water
- salt
- pot (large)
- tweezers
Cook spaghetti in a large pot of lightly salted boiling water according to package instructions or until al dente, approx. 8 min. Add spaghetti and some pasta water to the bowl of pecorino and pepper. Toss with tweezers or tongs, until cheese melts and creates a creamy sauce that coats the pasta. If necessary, add some more pasta water for the creamiest texture. Season to taste with more pepper and salt, if needed. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Enjoy your meal!
