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what sauce to use with cacio e pepe ravioli

Find out what sauce to use with cacio e pepe ravioli to enhance its delicious flavors. From a simple butter sauce to a creamy variation, explore the best options to complement this classic Italian dish. Elevate your cacio e pepe ravioli with the perfect sauce pairing for an exquisite meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 226g Cacio e Pepe Ravioli
  • 28g butter, diced into chunks
  • 2g freshly-ground coarse black pepper
  • 56g finely-grated Pecorino-Romano cheese

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Pasta Water:
Fill a large stockpot with about 3 quarts of water.
  1. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Add about 2 tablespoons of fine sea salt to the boiling water
Prepare the Pepper Butter:
  1. While the water is heating, melt the butter in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the freshly-ground black pepper to the melted butter.
  3. Cook for 30 seconds, then remove from heat.
Cook the Cacio e Pepe Ravioli Pasta:
  1. Add the pasta to the boiling salted water.
  2. Cook, stirring occasionally, until just barely al dente.
Combine Pasta and Sauce:
  1. Using tongs, transfer the cooked pasta directly to the sauté pan with the pepper butter.
  2. Add 1/3 cup of the starchy pasta cooking water to the pan.
  3. Toss briefly to combine.
Add the Cheese:
  1. Sprinkle half of the grated Pecorino-Romano cheese over the pasta.
  2. Toss to coat the pasta evenly.
  3. Add the remaining cheese and continue tossing.
  4. If needed, add a few extra tablespoons of pasta water to achieve a smooth, glossy sauce.
Serve Immediately:
  1. Transfer the pasta to serving plates.
  2. Garnish with an extra twist of black pepper and additional Pecorino-Romano if desired.
  3. Serve hot for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

Want to try a slightly more fancy sauce for cacio e pepe ravioli?? click here if you'd like to see!