Stop Overthinking CACIO E PEPE | A Foolproof and Totally Traditional Recipe

Boil water in a large pot and add salt to taste.

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

Reserve about 1 cup of pasta cooking water before draining the spaghetti.

In a large bowl, combine the drained spaghetti with grated Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly cracked black pepper.

Add reserved pasta cooking water gradually, stirring continuously until a creamy sauce forms.

Serve immediately, garnished with additional Pecorino Romano and black pepper.

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