Cacio e Pepe
Inspired by
Book Lovers
by Emily Henry
Cook Time:
10 minutes
Total Time:
15 minutes
Equipment:
large pot
large skillet
wooden spoon
tongs
cheese grater
measuring cup
measuring spoon
Ingredients
8 oz dried spaghetti or bucatini
2 tbsp. unsalted butter
1/2 c. Pecorino Romano plus more for garnish, freshly grated
1/2 tsp. cracked black pepper
Pinch of salt
Directions
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil over high heat.
Add a small amount of salt and the pasta to the water.
Cook the pasta for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente.
Reserve 2/3 c. pasta water and drain the pasta.
Place the pasta back into the pot or a large skillet and place over low heat.
Add the reserved pasta water and butter to the pasta, toss together until the butter melts.
Add the grated cheese and black pepper, continuing to toss until the cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce.
Top with more grated cheese before serving.
