Description
Easy cacio e pepe with caramelized onions is a comforting Italian pasta dish that transforms simple ingredients into an indulgent meal. This recipe combines the rich flavors of pecorino Romano and Parmesan cheese with sweet, golden caramelized onions, creating a creamy sauce that perfectly coats every strand of spaghetti. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish is sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or bucatini
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 100g)
- 1 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese (about 100g)
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve about ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- 2. Caramelize the Onions: In a pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and stir occasionally until golden brown and caramelized (about 15-20 minutes).
- 3. Create the Sauce: Return drained pasta to the pot on low heat. Stir in half of each cheese and black pepper. Mix vigorously, adding reserved pasta water gradually until you achieve a silky consistency.
- 4. Combine Everything: Fold in the caramelized onions until well mixed.
- 5. Serve: Plate generously, topping with remaining cheese and an extra crack of black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 685
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg