Cacio e Pepe (Spaghetti with Cheese and Pepper) Recipe by Tasty

Cacio e Pepe (Spaghetti with Cheese and Pepper) Recipe by Tasty

from tasty.co

Ingredients

  • salt, to taste
  • 1/2 lb spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons coarsely ground black pepper
  • 4 oz grated parmesan cheese, or pecorino romano cheese

Directions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta for 1 minute less than the package instructs, until al dente. Save 1 cup (240 ml) pasta water, then drain.

  2. 2

    Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil, butter, and pepper, and stir to combine.

  3. 3

    Stir in the reserved pasta water.

  4. 4

    Toss in the cooked pasta. Reduce the heat to low.

  5. 5

    Add the Parmesan and toss until the cheese is melted and the pasta is well-coated.

  6. 6

    Season with salt, if desired.

  7. 7

    Enjoy!