Cacio E Pepe

Directions

1. 1
   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
2. 2
   Add the pasta and cook to al dente.
3. 3
   While the pasta cooks, melt butter in a large saute pan over medium heat.
4. 4
   Add the fresh cracked pepper.
5. 5
   When the butter begins to bubble, turn off the flame and remove from heat.
6. 6
   When the pasta is ready, add the noodles and 2-3 tablespoons of the pasta water to the saute pan.
7. 7
   Cook over medium high heat until the liquid bubbles and thickens, tossing the pasta as needed.
8. 8
   Remove from the heat and add the Parmesan cheese, tossing rigorously until all ingredients are incorporated into a creamy sauce.
9. 9
   Garnish with additional black pepper and Parmesan, and serve immediately.