Description
Easy cacio e pepe with caramelized onions is a delightful twist on the classic Italian pasta dish, marrying creamy Pecorino Romano cheese with freshly cracked black pepper and sweet caramelized onions. This comforting meal transforms everyday ingredients into an impressive dish perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
- 1 tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 medium sweet onions, sliced
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Gather all items including a large pot and skillet.
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add spaghetti, and cook until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Caramelize the onions: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sliced onions. Cook slowly for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add drained spaghetti to the skillet with caramelized onions. Stir in black pepper and grated cheese.
- Create creamy sauce: Gradually mix in reserved pasta water until desired creaminess is achieved.
- Serve: Plate your cacio e pepe, topping with extra cheese and pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 76g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg