A simple and comforting dish, Cacio e Pepe, is a quick meal that celebrates surviving the day. This recipe combines spaghetti with a delightful sauce made from pecorino cheese and black pepper, taking under 15 minutes to prepare.
1: Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2: Add salt and cook spaghetti until al dente (1 minute less than the package instructions).
3: Meanwhile, combine boiling water, pecorino cheese, and black pepper in a bowl; whisk together until well combined.
4: Add cooked noodles to the bowl and toss with tongs for about 2 minutes.
5: Divide into two bowls and serve.