{"product_id":"cacio-e-pepe","title":"Cacio e Pepe","description":"\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 pound spaghetti or tonnarelli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 cups freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalt to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoarsely grind the black peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente, reserving 2 cups of pasta water before draining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a large skillet, toast the ground pepper over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1 cup of reserved pasta water to the skillet with the pepper and bring to a simmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the pepper water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove from heat and gradually add the grated Pecorino Romano cheese while continuously tossing, adding pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe immediately while hot, with additional Pecorino Romano and cracked pepper on top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch4\u003eNotes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse freshly grated Pecorino Romano for best results; pre-grated cheese may not melt as smoothly due to anti-caking agents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrind peppercorns coarsely just before cooking to maximize flavor and aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork quickly after adding cheese to prevent it from clumping; keep the pasta warm and slightly above the pan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePasta water is essential for creating the creamy emulsion; add it gradually while tossing constantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use cream or butter; this dish relies on the starch from pasta water and cheese for its sauce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe in warm bowls to keep the sauce from setting too quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"RolTak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49811608830049,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/0845\/1425\/files\/Cacio_e_Pepe.jpg?v=1793149454","url":"https:\/\/www.pantribot.com\/products\/cacio-e-pepe","provider":"PantriBot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}