Pear Cacio e Pepe
A playful twist on the classic Roman pasta, this dish pairs creamy pecorino with sweet ripe pears for a balanced, savory‑sweet bite. The simple olive‑oil base lets the flavors shine, while a touch of pepper adds a familiar kick.
Maker: Chef GR 🇮🇹
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20 min estimated total time for 1 servings.
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Ingredients
- 2 4/5 oz pasta
- 1 ripe pear
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- pecorino cheese
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- 1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- 2Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes.
- 3While the pasta cooks, slice the ripe pear into thin wedges or small cubes.
- 4When the pasta is done, reserve 1 cup of the hot pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- 5Return the empty pot to the stove over medium heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to warm for 30 seconds.
- 6Add the drained pasta back into the pot and toss to coat evenly with the oil.
- 7Gradually sprinkle the grated pecorino cheese over the pasta, stirring continuously and adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until a silky, emulsified sauce forms.
- 8Stir in the sliced pear pieces, allowing them to warm through for 1–2 minutes without breaking down.
- 9Season the dish with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, then give it one final toss.
- 10Plate the pasta immediately, optionally topping with extra grated pecorino and a drizzle of olive oil.
- 11Serve hot and enjoy the contrast of creamy cheese and sweet pear.
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- How long does it take to make Pear Cacio e Pepe?
- About 20 minutes in total: 10 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking.
- How many servings does this Pear Cacio e Pepe recipe make?
- This recipe makes 1 serving as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
- Where does this Pear Cacio e Pepe recipe come from?
- It was shared by Chef GR 🇮🇹 on instagram.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.