Cacio E Pepe

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of water to a boil for the pasta.

2. 2

   When the water is boiling, add some salt and drop the pasta.

3. 3

   Cook to al dente, according to package directions. (Heads up: reserve a ladle or two of the cooking water for the sauce right before you drain the pasta.).

4. 4

   When the pasta is ready, pour the reserved starchy cooking water in a medium-size bowl.

5. 5

   Drain the pasta and toss it in the bowl with the pepper.

6. 6

   Add in the cheese in small handfuls, sprinkling it over the hot pasta then tossing it with tongs, until all the cheese is incorporated to make a creamy sauce.

7. 7

   Season the pasta to taste with salt if necessary.

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