Bucatini Cacio e Pepe
This authentic cacio e pepe recipe is made with only 5 ingredients and in under 20 minutes. The perfect quick and comforting meal.
PREP TIME
5 minutes
COOK TIME
15 minutes
INGREDIENTS
5
Serves: 6
Ingredients
- 1 lb1 lb1 lb Bucatini Pasta
- 2 Tbsp2 Tbsp2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tsp1 tsp1 tsp Black Pepper, freshly ground
- 4 Tbsp4 Tbsp4 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1 cup1 cup1 cup Pecorino Romano, freshly grated, plus extra for serving
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Process
Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results
- Cook the bucatini pasta until al dente in a large pot of boiling salted water according to the package directions.
- Drain the pasta, reserving one cup of the pasta cooking water to be used later.
- In a large skillet over medium heat on the stovetop, heat the olive oil and then add the pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pepper just starts to turn brown.
- Add the butter to the skillet and allow it to completely melt. Add in the cooked bucatini pasta, pecorino romano and the reserved pasta water last.
- Toss to combine everything together until the cheese melts into a creamy sauce. Serve immediately with extra pecorino romano cheese and black pepper, if desired.
Notes
- Pasta - Thick spaghetti, fettuccine or linguine, may also be used.
- Pepper - Grind black peppercorns fresh to make the best pepper flavor in the pasta.
- Cheese - Parmesan or grana padano cheese are other options that could be used.
- Gluten-Free - Use gluten free pasta.
- Dairy-Free - Use dairy-free substitutes for the butter and cheese.
- Leftovers - Cool leftovers and keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop with a little bit of extra water or butter.
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Coconut Free Egg Free Entrées Nightshade Free Nut Free Other Pescetarian Shellfish Free Sugar Alcohol Free Sugar Free Vegetarian| This is our estimate based on online research. | |
| Calories: | 534 |
| Fat: | 25 g |
| Carbohydrates: | 58 g |
| Protein: | 25 g |
| Cholesterol: | 20 g |
| Sodium: | 775 mg |
| Fiber: | 4 g |
| Sugars: | 1 g |
| Sugar Alcohol: | 0 g |
| Calculated per serving. | |
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