Authentic Cacio e Pepe - The Real Roman Method
Authentic Cacio e Pepe is one of the four classic Roman pasta dishes and is made with only three simple ingredients: Pecorino Romano cheese, freshly ground black pepper and pasta.In Rome, no butter, oil or cream are ever used. The creamy texture of this iconic dish comes only from the perfect balance between finely grated Pecorino Romano and starchy pasta water.In this step-by-step recipe, you will learn the traditional Roman method to make authentic Cacio e Pepe perfectly creamy every time.
- Time: 20 min
- Servings: 4
Source: Recipes from Italy
Ingredients
- spaghetti, bucatini or tonnarelli
- finely grated Pecorino Romano DOP
- whole black peppercorns , plus more to taste)
- liters water )
- tablespoon coarse salt