CACIO E PEPE
1 photo of Cacio E Pepe Recipe
By
Ellen Bales
@Starwriter
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I borrowed this easy recipe from a magazine in the hospital lounge last week. I thought it sounded a lot like my favorite dish at The Olde Spaghetti Factory, Browned Butter and Mizithra Cheese.
Photo: Pinterest
08-25-15
Photo: Pinterest
08-25-15
Ingredients
- 1 lb
- spaghetti or pasta of your choice
- 1/2 c
- olive oil
- 4 Tbsp
- butter
- 3 c
- grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp
- coarse black pepper
- salt to taste
How to Make CACIO E PEPE
- 1Bring 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.
- 2In 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.
- 3Add 3 cups Parmesan cheese, the reserved pasta water, the salt and pepper.
- 4Add the cooked pasta and toss well to combine. Serve topped with additional grated Parmesan if desired.
About CACIO E PEPE
Course/Dish: Pasta, Pasta Sides
Main Ingredient: Pasta
Regional Style: Italian
Dietary Needs: Vegetarian
