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Cacio e Pepe Pie

Irresistible Cacio e Pepe Pie: Creamy, Cheesy Comfort Food

Experience the rich, creamy goodness of Cacio e Pepe Pie, a delightful twist on a traditional dish that's perfect for dinner gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Cheese Mixture
  • 8 ounces Fontina Cheese Substitution: Gruyère or mozzarella can also be used.
  • 1 cup Half-and-Half Substitution: Heavy cream or milk.
  • 4 ounces Parmesan Cheese Use freshly grated for the best melt.
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Substitution: Cottage cheese.
Pasta Base
  • 8 ounces Pasta (spaghetti or bucatini) Cooked al dente for the best texture.
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked pepper for optimal taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use kosher salt for a more controlled flavoring.
Binding and Baking
  • 3 large Eggs Whisk until pale to incorporate air.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for high quality.

Equipment

  • 8-inch springform pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Large Pot
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare the springform pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Fontina cheese, half-and-half, 4 ounces of Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and salt.
  3. Fill a large pot with 5 quarts of water, adding the remaining salt and bring to a boil. Cook the pasta for 4 minutes less than the package instructions.
  4. Melt the cheese mixture using a double boiler method, whisking continuously until melted.
  5. Combine the melted cheese mixture with ricotta cheese, whisked eggs, and olive oil, then toss in the drained pasta.
  6. Spoon the pasta mixture into the springform pan and top with remaining cheese mixture.
  7. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly, then cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve topped with extra Parmesan, olive oil, and black pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 18gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients, and allow cooling time before slicing to maintain the pie's shape.

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