Gluten-Free Cacio e Pepe
Indulge in the timeless elegance of "Gluten-Free Cacio e Pepe," a quick and comforting Italian classic reimagined for gluten-free diets. This recipe showcases the delightful simplicity of Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly ground black pepper, creating a luscious, creamy sauce that perfectly coats every strand of gluten-free spaghetti. With just five ingredients and a mere 25-minute prep and cook time, this dish exemplifies how minimal effort can yield maximum flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or easy entertaining, this gluten-free adaptation retains all the bold, peppery flavors of traditional Cacio e Pepe while catering to dietary needs. Serve hot with a sprinkle of extra cheese and pepper for a sophisticated touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Gluten-free spaghetti
- 120 grams Pecorino Romano cheese, finely grated
- 2 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the gluten-free spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
In a large pan over medium heat, add the olive oil and freshly ground black pepper. Toast the pepper for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and add half of the reserved pasta cooking water to the pan.
Add the cooked gluten-free spaghetti to the pan and toss to coat with the pepper and water mixture.
Gradually add the finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese, stirring quickly to create a creamy sauce, adding more reserved pasta water as needed to achieve the right consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt if needed, keeping in mind the saltiness of the cheese.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional freshly ground black pepper and grated cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1040 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.7 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.3 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 4503 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.5 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 43.3 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1330 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 291 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
