Cacio e Pepe

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon of salt.

2. 2

   Add the spaghetti to the boiling water and cook until al dente, according to the package instructions.

3. 3

   While the pasta cooks, finely grate the Pecorino Romano cheese.

4. 4

   Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water and set aside.

5. 5

   Drain the spaghetti, then return it to the pot over low heat.

6. 6

   Add the grated Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper to the pasta.

7. 7

   Gradually stir in the reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until a creamy sauce forms and coats the spaghetti.

8. 8

   Serve immediately, topped with additional grated cheese and black pepper if desired.