Cacio e Pepe

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Season a large pot of boiling water with salt.
  2. 2Add the pasta and cook according to package directions.
  3. 3(Optional) Toast black pepper in a small skillet for extra flavor.
  4. 4Before draining, reserve one cup of the pasta water.
  5. 5Transfer the cooked pasta to a large mixing bowl.
  6. 6Add the grated pecorino romano cheese, half a cup of the reserved pasta liquid, and the toasted black pepper to the pasta.
  7. 7Stir all ingredients together.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 pound Tonarelli pasta or thick spaghetti
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons Black pepper
  • 1.25 cup grated pecorino romano cheese
  • 0.5 cup reserved pasta liquid

Equipment

large potsmall skilletlarge mixing bowl

Tips

  • The amount of pepper added is a matter of personal preference.