Cacio E Pepe (Spaghetti With Black Pepper And Pecorino Romano) Recipe

Prep Time

Cook Time

25m

Total Time

25m

Indulge in the classic Roman pasta dish, Cacio E Pepe, with this simple recipe. Boil spaghetti and toss in a creamy, peppery sauce made from olive oil, butter, Pecorino Romano cheese, and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper. A quick and delicious Italian comfort food. Enjoy!

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Pasta

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Ingredients

Servings: 3 servings

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4 tablespoons (60ml) extra-virgin olive oil, divided

Coarsely ground black pepper, to taste

Kosher salt, to taste

1/2 pound (225g) spaghetti

2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter

2 ounces Pecorino Romano cheese (about 1 cup; 55g), very finely grated on a Microplane or the smallest holes of a box grater, plus more for serving

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

864kcal

43%
Fat

71g

3%
Saturated Fat

25g

1%
Carbohydrates

41g

2%
Fiber

1g

0%
Sugar

0g

0%
Protein

17g

0%
Cholesterol

72mg

3%
Sodium

387mg

19%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Cacio E Pepe (Spaghetti With Black Pepper And Pecorino Romano) Recipe

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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