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10-Minute Cacio e Pepe

This cacio e pepe recipe is going to be your new favorite meal for those nights when you’re looking for simple and super quick comfort food!
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Prep Time 0 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 273 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 cup water
  • 9 ounces fresh spaghetti or linguine
  • 1 cup grated Pecorino-Romano cheese

Instructions
 

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the pepper and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  • Whisk in the water.
  • Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes or until softened.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cheese until melted.
  • Top with additional cheese and black pepper, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 305mg | Potassium: 52mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 366IU | Calcium: 275mg | Iron: 1mg
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