CookingAI’s Cacio e Pepe Recipe
This classic Italian spaghetti dish, Cacio e Pepe, is the epitome of comfort food. It takes just minutes to make and is incredibly delicious!
Ingredients:
• 8oz spaghetti
• 3 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
• Salt, to taste
Instructions:
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
3. Add the pepper and the reserved cooking water and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss until well-coated. Cook for 2 minutes more.
5. Remove skillet from heat and stir in the cheese. Serve immediately, with extra cheese and salt to taste. Enjoy!
