Classic Cacio e Pepe

Name: Classic Cacio e Pepe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6 Portionen
Ingredients: 1 tsp salt; 1 pound bucatini (dry); 2 cups finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese; 1.5 tbsp freshly ground black pepper

Pasta

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Cook Time

25 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Prep Time

15 Min

This Thermomix® recipe for Classic Cacio e Pepe is ready in 25 min and yields 6 servings. Step-by-step guide with precise Thermomix® settings on MixBuch.

Description

Cacio e Pepe, a Roman classic, is surprisingly simple yet incredibly flavorful. This dish relies on just a few high-quality ingredients: pasta, Pecorino Romano cheese, and black pepper. The key is to create a creamy sauce using the pasta water and cheese. I've been making this for years, and it's always a hit! It's perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a casual gathering. The peppery bite and cheesy richness make it a comforting and satisfying dish. Feel free to adjust the amount of pepper to your liking. This recipe is a great way to enjoy a taste of Italy without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients (4 ingredients)

1 tsp salt
1 pound bucatini (dry)
2 cups finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese
1.5 tbsp freshly ground black pepper

Preparation (7 steps)

Boiling the Pasta Water

Thermomix® Setting

10 min/212°F/Speed 1 100

Pour water into the mixing bowl and add 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil for 10 Min./100°C/Stufe 1.

600

Cooking the Bucatini

Thermomix® Setting

8 min/212°F/Speed 1 100 Reverse

Add 1 pound of dry bucatini to the boiling water in the mixing bowl and cook for 8 Min./100°C/Stufe 1/Linkslauf. Ensure the pasta is al dente.

480

Preparing the Cheese

While the pasta is cooking, place 2 cups of finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese into a large glass bowl and mix with a fork to ensure there are no lumps. This step is done outside of the Thermomix.

Combining Pasta and Cheese

Once the bucatini are al dente, carefully lift them out with a spaghetti fork or tongs and put them directly into the bowl with the cheese. Do not allow the water to drain too much. This step is done outside of the Thermomix.

Creating the Creamy Sauce

Add one ladle of pasta water to the bowl with the pasta and cheese. Stir the bucatini around until a cream has formed. This step is done outside of the Thermomix.

Adjusting the Sauce Consistency

Add more pasta water, little by little, until a thick cream has formed. This step is done outside of the Thermomix.

Final Touches and Serving

Sprinkle 1 1/2 tbsp freshly ground black pepper over the pasta. Toss and serve immediately. Add more pepper to taste. This step is done outside of the Thermomix.