CLASSIC CHEESE AND PEPPER SPAGHETTI (CACIO E PEPE)

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This classic dish can be put together with just five ingredients: salt, spaghetti, olive oil, peppercorns and Parmesan.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

Kosher salt
1 pound spaghetti
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon crushed black peppercorns, plus coarsely ground for garnish
2 1/2 cups grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions. Drain, reserving 2 cups of the pasta cooking water.
  • Heat 1/4 cup of oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the peppercorns and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the pasta and 1 1/2 cups pasta cooking water and toss to combine. Slowly add the Parmesan and stir until the pasta is coated. Adjust the consistency with a little more of the reserved water if needed and season with salt to taste and garnish with more Parmesan and coarsely ground pepper if desired.

xv_ hano
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The sauce comes together in just a few minutes and the pasta cooks in no time. I will definitely be making this again.


Emily Wallace
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


GRACE EHI
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This dish is so simple to make, yet it's so delicious. The sauce is creamy and cheesy, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


raeeswisalafg 4343
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I'm not a fan of cacio e pepe, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Robert John
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This is my go-to recipe for cacio e pepe. The sauce is always creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Mell Dellamar Dellamar
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! The guests loved the creamy sauce and the al dente pasta. I will definitely be making this again.


Mashood Mk
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The sauce comes together in just a few minutes and the pasta cooks in no time. I will definitely be making this again.


izhar Ali Bhatti Official
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Eniola Deborah
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This dish was a hit with my family! The kids loved the cheesy sauce and the adults appreciated the simple yet flavorful ingredients. I will definitely be making this again.


Rao Adeel
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I'm not a huge fan of cacio e pepe, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Sharmaine joaquin
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This recipe is simple to follow and the results are amazing! The pasta is al dente and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Md Lejon
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The sauce was a little thin for my taste, so I added a little more cheese. Otherwise, it was perfect.


Ika Miracle
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This is the best cacio e pepe recipe I've ever tried! The sauce is creamy and rich, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.