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Giada De Laurentiis Cacio E Pepe

Giada De Laurentiis Cacio E Pepe - Your New Cozy Pasta Night

Discover the magic of Giada De Laurentiis Cacio E Pepe, an Italian classic with simple ingredients and rich flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Pasta, such as Nodi Marini or spaghetti Essential for delivering that delightful texture.
  • Gluten-Free Pasta If needed, choose gluten-free options.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds richness and creates the creamy base of the sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for a spicy kick.
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated, plus more for serving.
  • 1 cup Pecorino Romano Cheese Freshly grated, plus more for serving.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1-2 cups of pasta water before draining.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add black pepper and stir for about 1 minute.
  3. Add the drained pasta to the skillet, toss with the butter and pepper mixture for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle in the grated Pecorino and Parmesan cheese, mixing in reserved pasta water until the sauce is silky, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Plate the dish, garnishing with additional cheese and black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 16gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use freshly grated cheeses for better flavor and creaminess. Reserve pasta water for achieving the desired sauce consistency. Adjust black pepper to personal taste.

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