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Bucatini pasta with cheese and pepper

Savory Bucatini Pasta with Cheese and Pepper in 20 Minutes

Bucatini pasta with cheese and pepper is a quick Italian dish that combines creamy Pecorino cheese and black pepper for a comforting experience.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Bucatini Can substitute with spaghetti
  • 1 tbsp Sea-Salt Flakes Use regular salt thoughtfully
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Olive oil is a lighter alternative
  • 1 tbsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper Substitute with white pepper if desired
  • 1 cup Pecorino Cheese Can substitute with Parmesan
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Optional but enhances the dish
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Flat-Leaf Parsley Basil can be used for variation

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Frying pan
  • Colander
  • Tongs

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, adding sea-salt flakes. Cook bucatini until al dente, about 9-11 minutes, reserving ½ cup of the starchy water.
  2. In a frying pan, melt the unsalted butter until foamy, then add reserved pasta water and bring to a boil for 1 minute.
  3. Season the sauce with freshly ground black pepper and stir in the grated Pecorino cheese until creamy.
  4. Transfer the drained bucatini to the frying pan and toss in the sauce until coated, adding more pasta water if needed.
  5. Plate the pasta, topping with additional grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use high-quality cheese and remember to reserve pasta water for adjusting sauce consistency.

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