Cacio e Pepe Pasta Pie (Printable Version)

Crispy baked spaghetti layered with Pecorino and black pepper for a golden, comforting dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 14 ounces spaghetti
02 - 1 tablespoon kosher salt (for pasta water)

→ Cheese and Sauce

03 - 5 ounces finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese
04 - 2.5 ounces finely grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - ½ cup heavy cream
07 - ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
08 - 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper (plus extra for topping)

→ For the Pan

09 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing)
10 - 2 tablespoons fine breadcrumbs (for dusting)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan with butter and dust with breadcrumbs, then tap out the excess.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook until just al dente, about one minute less than package instructions. Drain and let cool slightly.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, melted butter, Pecorino Romano, Parmesan if using, and black pepper until smooth.
04 - Add drained spaghetti to the egg-cheese mixture and toss thoroughly to coat every strand evenly.
05 - Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly and pressing down gently. Sprinkle additional Pecorino Romano and cracked black pepper on top if desired.
06 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, until the pie is set and the top is crisp and golden.
07 - Allow to cool for 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edge and release the springform pan. Slice and serve warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Layered textures of crispy pasta and creamy cheese
  • Simple ingredients with Italian flair
02 -
  • Broil the pie for the last 2–3 minutes of baking for extra crispiness
  • Swap Pecorino for all Parmesan if desired but the classic flavor is best with Pecorino
03 -
  • Drain pasta slightly less to retain some starch for better binding
  • Press down firmly when assembling to improve texture and sliceability
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