Cacio e Pepe (Pepper Pasta)
4C Ingredients :
4C Parmesan/Romano Cheese
Ingredients:
Salt
6 oz spaghetti
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
¾ cup + 1/3 cup 4C Parmesan/Romano Cheese
Directions:
Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain, reserving ¾ cup pasta cooking water.
Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in large skillet over medium heat.
Add pepper and cook, swirling pan until toasted, about 1 minute. Add ½ cup reserved pasta water and bring to a simmer.
Add pasta and remaining butter, then add ¾ cup 4C Cheese, stirring until melted.
Remove from pan. Add remaining cheese, and pasta water, if needed. Stir until coated.
Transfer to serving bowl and enjoy.