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Mafaldine Cacio e Pepe
Created by: Nathanielmc1
Ingredients
- 12 oz mafaldine pasta
- 1 1/2 cups grated pecorino romano cheese
- 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup pasta cooking water
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the mafaldine pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta is cooking, in a large skillet, toast the black pepper over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Once the pasta is al dente, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the toasted black pepper.
- Add the grated pecorino romano cheese and 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta cooking water to the skillet with the pasta and black pepper.
- Toss the pasta continuously over low heat until the cheese has melted and a creamy sauce has formed, adding more pasta cooking water as needed to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Serve the mafaldine cacio e pepe immediately, garnished with additional pecorino romano cheese and black pepper if desired.
Mafaldine cacio e pepe is a classic Roman pasta dish that has gained popularity worldwide. The dish features mafaldine pasta, a ribbon-like noodle with ruffled edges, tossed in a creamy sauce made from Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper. This simple yet flavorful dish has its roots in the Lazio region of Italy, particularly in Rome, where it is a staple on many trattoria menus. Renowned chefs like Anthony Bourdain have praised the dish for its rich, comforting flavors. For the best version of this dish, head to Rome and visit traditional trattorias like Da Felice or Flavio al Velavevodetto. The key to a perfect mafaldine cacio e pepe lies in using high-quality Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly ground black pepper. While the traditional method calls for just these ingredients, some chefs may add a touch of pasta cooking water to create a creamy emulsion. Whether you're in Rome or recreating the dish at home, mafaldine cacio e pepe is a must-try for pasta lovers.
15 min
4
450 calories
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