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Creamy Cacio e Pepe.

Creamy Cacio e Pepe

Patricia Martinescu from Bake Cook Repeat
Creamy Cacio e Pepe. A comforting, simple twist on the classic Italian pasta dish. This variation uses heavy cream, creating an even richer and indulgent sauce. It comes together in less than 30 minutes, making it a perfect recipe for easy, weeknight dinners.
5 from 7 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 5
Calories 283 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 10 ounces pasta of your choice
  • 1/2 cup pasta water
  • 1½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan or Parmigiano Reggiano freshly grated plus additional for garnish
  • 2 Tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper plus additional for garnish
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Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the pasta until al dente. We will finish cooking it in the sauce. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and set aside.
    10 ounces pasta of your choice
  • In a large skillet or cooking pan, add freshly cracked black pepper. Toast on medium heat for a few minutes until fragrant. Then, add the pasta water to the same cooking pan.
    Note: Please step away to avoid inhaling the harsh aroma of the pepper particles that may come from the formed steam.
    1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper, 1/2 cup pasta water
  • Add heavy cream and whisk to combine. Simmer for about 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened. Then, whisk in grated cheese and butter and continue to simmer until creamy, thick and smooth.
    1½ cup heavy cream, 1 cup Parmesan or Parmigiano Reggiano, 2 Tablespoons butter
  • Add in cooked pasta and stir to combine. Simmer on low for a few minutes to give the sauce heat to cling to the pasta. Garnish with additional cracked pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 283kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 2gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 56mgPotassium: 69mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1190IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 0.1mg

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Keyword Easy dinner, Easy recipes
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