Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Is this really the perfect Cacio e Pepe?

Today I’m reacting to @vincenzosplate making what he calls the perfect traditional Roman Cacio e Pepe. As a professional chef, I’ve made authentic Italian pasta for years, and Cacio e Pepe is one of the simplest yet hardest pasta dishes to get right.

With only pecorino romano, black pepper, and pasta, everything comes down to technique. The sauce can split, clump, or turn into a cheesy disaster if you’re not careful. Be sure to head over to Vincenzo’s channel and show him some love!

@vincenzosplate youtu.be/Cx-KmIa-zco

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