Creamy Cacio e Pepe Pasta: Indulgent Flavor with Chili Flakes
Indulge in this rich and creamy cacio e pepe pasta enhanced with chili flakes and thyme for a delightful twist on a classic dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Boiling and sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 100 grams Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated
- 100 grams Pecorino Romano cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon black pepper, freshly cracked
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Salt to taste
- Water for boiling
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti according to package directions.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the black pepper and chili flakes, stirring until fragrant.
- Reserve some pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
- Add the spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat with the butter mixture.
- Gradually mix in the cheeses, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a creamy sauce.
- Stir in the fresh thyme and adjust seasoning with salt.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra cheese and chili flakes if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of chili flakes.
- You can substitute a mix of cheeses if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 70 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Cacio e Pepe, Pasta, Chili Flakes, Thyme