CACIO E PEPE
By
Ellen Bales
@Starwriter
5
Photo: Pinterest
08-25-15
Ingredients
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1 lbspaghetti or pasta of your choice
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1/2 colive oil
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4 Tbspbutter
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3 cgrated parmesan cheese
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2 tspcoarse black pepper
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·salt to taste
How to Make CACIO E PEPE
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add pasta and cook according to package directions; drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water. Set aside.
- In another large pot or skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Cook until the butter starts to bubble, about 1 minute.
- Add 3 cups Parmesan cheese, the reserved pasta water, the salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss well to combine. Serve topped with additional grated Parmesan if desired.