Cheese And Pepper (cacio E Pepe Pugliese Style)

Cacio e Pepe is a classic Roman pasta dish, but this recipe puts a Pugliese twist on it by using local ingredients and flavors. This Cheese and Pepper (Cacio e Pepe Pugliese Style) is a simple yet delicious dish that highlights the quality of the ingredients.

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Cheese And Pepper (cacio E Pepe Pugliese Style)

Ingredients

  • 400g of Pugliese orecchiette pasta
  • 1 cup of freshly grated Pugliese cheese
  • 2 teaspoons of freshly ground black pepper
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the orecchiette pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
  3. While the pasta is cooking, in a large skillet, toast the black pepper over medium heat until fragrant.
  4. Once the pasta is cooked, transfer it to the skillet using a slotted spoon, allowing some pasta water to come along.
  5. Add the grated Pugliese cheese to the skillet and toss the pasta vigorously to create a creamy sauce, adding more pasta water if needed.
  6. Season with salt to taste and serve immediately.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
20 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
400
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large pot Skillet Slotted spoon

Tools

Grater

Serving suggestions

Serve the Cheese and Pepper (Cacio e Pepe Pugliese Style) with a glass of Pugliese red wine and a simple green salad dressed with olive oil and lemon.

Tips & tricks

For the best results, use high-quality Pugliese cheese and freshly ground black pepper.

Cost

$10