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Barilla Pasta Cacio e Pepe

Name: Barilla Pasta Cacio e Pepe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 box Barilla Spaghettoni pasta; 1 tbsp black pepper; 2 cups Pecorino Romano cheese

25 minutes

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Originating from Lazio, Italy, Cacio e Pepe translates to 'cheese and pepper'. This recipe by Jamie Milne from @everything_delish only takes a few ingredients—perfectly al dente Barilla Spaghettoni pasta, pecorino romano cheese, and pepper—for a delicious vegetarian dish. Best served with Ruffino Prosecco Taste profile: Crisp, clean and delicate; with flavours of apples and peaches for a pleasant finish.

Classic Authentic Italian Recipes

Ingredients

4 servings

1 boxBarilla Spaghettoni pasta

2 cupsPecorino Romano cheese

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Chef's tip

This recipe can also be made using Barilla Spaghetti or Spaghettini pasta.

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted pasta water to boil. Add Barilla pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve 2 cups of pasta water and set aside.

Step 2

Heat a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and add black pepper and toast until fragrant. Once black pepper is toasted, ladle in 1 cup pasta water.

Step 3

In a bowl, grate pecorino romano cheese and add in 1/2 cup pasta water to the cheese. Mix together until combined and a thick paste is formed.

Step 4

Add Barilla pasta directly to the pot and bring temperature to low heat. Add in cheese mixture and stir well. Add in pasta water as needed to thicken.

Step 5

Once combined, plate and top with black pepper and pecorino romano cheese to serve.

Spaghettoni

With its thicker strands, Spaghettoni finds its origins in Southern Italy. Its robust texture makes it perfect for hearty sauces and meat-based dishes, providing a satisfying meal that's full of flavour and comfort.

Shape

Long

Cook time

11 minutes

Pack size

410 g (5 x servings)

Range

Classic Blue Box

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