Cacio e Pepe

Name: Cacio e Pepe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: Salt; 8 oz bucatini or spaghetti; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1½ - 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, depending on how peppery you like your pasta; 1 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese

Prep Time

Cook Time

20m

Total Time

25m

This classic Roman pasta dish, Cacio e Pepe, features al dente bucatini or spaghetti tossed in a creamy, peppery Pecorino Romano cheese sauce. Simple yet rich in flavor, this recipe calls for just a handful of ingredients but delivers a satisfying and comforting meal.

All Seasons

Cheese

Comfort Food