Cacio e Pepe
📍 Rome, Lazio
Three-ingredient Roman pasta of pecorino, pepper and starchy water.
About Cacio e Pepe
Tonnarelli pasta is tossed with pecorino romano, cracked black pepper and a splash of starchy cooking water until the cheese emulsifies into a glossy, clinging sauce. Its genius lies in how few ingredients deliver so much flavour.
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