Spaghetti with Pecorino Romano and Black Pepper

Health score
16%
Spaghetti with Pecorino Romano and Black Pepper
20 min.
4
285kcal

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Indulge in a simple yet incredibly satisfying classic with our Spaghetti with Pecorino Romano and Black Pepper. This dish showcases the magic that can happen with just a few quality ingredients—perfect for both busy weekdays and special occasions. In just 20 minutes, you can create a delectable meal that strikes a perfect balance between creamy and peppery flavors, making it a versatile choice for lunch, dinner, or even as a delightful side dish.

The standout element of this recipe is the sharp, robust flavor of Pecorino Romano, which harmoniously blends with freshly cracked black pepper to deliver a punch of taste in every bite. The toasty aroma released from the black peppercorns during the toasting process beautifully enhances the dish, making it irresistibly fragrant. Adding a bit of reserved pasta cooking water helps achieve that perfect creamy consistency that clings to the spaghetti, ensuring that each strand is coated in cheesy goodness.

Whether you're looking to impress guests at a dinner party or craving a comforting meal at home, this Spaghetti with Pecorino Romano and Black Pepper will surely delight your taste buds. Serve it with extra cheese on the side for those who can’t get enough of that savory goodness, and enjoy a wonderful culinary experience that celebrates Italian flavors in the most delightful way.

Ingredients

  • teaspoons peppercorns black
  • 2.5 oz parmigiano-reggiano plus additional finely grated for serving ()
  • 0.5 lb pasta like spaghetti 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot
  • kitchen towels
  • mortar and pestle
  • colander

Directions

  1. Toast peppercorns in a dry small skillet over moderately high heat, swirling skillet, until fragrant and peppercorns begin to jump, 2 to 3 minutes. Coarsely crush peppercorns with a mortar and pestle or wrap in a kitchen towel and press on peppercorns with bottom of a heavy skillet.
  2. Cook spaghetti in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  3. Fill a large glass or ceramic bowl with some hot water to warm bowl. Just before spaghetti is finished cooking, drain bowl but do not dry.
  4. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta cooking water, then drain pasta quickly in a colander (do not shake off excess water) and add to warm pasta bowl.
  5. Sprinkle 3/4 cup cheese and 3 tablespoons cooking water evenly over spaghetti and toss quickly. If pasta seems dry, toss with some additional cooking water.
  6. Divide pasta among 4 plates, then sprinkle with pepper and 2 tablespoons cheese (total).
  7. Serve immediately with additional cheese on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories285kcal
Protein19.75%
Fat17.53%
Carbs62.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.25
Glycemic Load
17.45
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
10.070000021354%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:285.33kcal
14.27%
Fat:5.5g
8.47%
Saturated Fat:3.1g
19.35%
Carbohydrates:44.31g
14.77%
Net Carbohydrates:41.94g
15.25%
Sugar:1.67g
1.86%
Cholesterol:12.05mg
4.02%
Sodium:287.69mg
12.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.96g
27.91%
Selenium:39.93µg
57.04%
Manganese:0.8mg
40.2%
Phosphorus:233.6mg
23.36%
Calcium:231.44mg
23.14%
Magnesium:41.61mg
10.4%
Copper:0.2mg
9.94%
Fiber:2.37g
9.48%
Zinc:1.31mg
8.75%
Iron:1.1mg
6.09%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.69%
Vitamin B3:1.04mg
5.19%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.15%
Potassium:171.98mg
4.91%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.02%
Vitamin K:3.96µg
3.77%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.55%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.54%
Vitamin A:150.42IU
3.01%
Folate:11.82µg
2.96%
Source:Epicurious