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Romantic Cacio e Pepe for Two

Turn up the romance with this deliciously satisfying, foolproof cacio e pepe dish, perfect for a special evening with your loved one.
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27 min
TOTAL TIME
943
CALORIES
$5.30
PER SERVING
Romantic Cacio e Pepe for Two
Ingredients
6 INGREDIENTS
2 SERVINGS
Unsalted Butter
3 tbsp unsalted butter
Spaghetti
8 oz spaghetti
Water
4 qt water
Kosher Salt
3 tbsp kosher salt
Pecorino Romano
3/4 cup pecorino romano
freshly grated
Black Pepper
1 tsp black pepper
Directions
10 STEPS
12 min
PREP TIME
15 min
COOK TIME
27 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil.
2
Once boiling, add 3 tbsp of kosher salt to the water and stir to dissolve.
3
Add 8 oz of spaghetti to the pot and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
4
While the spaghetti is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat.
5
Add 3 tbsp of unsalted butter to the skillet and cook until melted.
6
Stir in 1 tsp of freshly cracked black pepper, reduce heat to low, and continue stirring occasionally.
7
When the spaghetti is ready, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining.
8
Pour the reserved pasta water into the skillet with the melted butter and black pepper, and stir to combine.
9
Remove the skillet from heat, add the drained spaghetti and 3/4 cup of freshly grated Pecorino Romano, tossing to combine evenly.
10
Divide the cacio e pepe into two bowls, and serve immediately for a romantic dining experience.
Health Info
Macros
85g
CARBS
46g
FAT
33g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
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