Cacio E Pepe White Beans Skillet
A creamy and peppery Italian-inspired skillet dish featuring tender white beans tossed with Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly cracked black pepper. This quick and comforting meal is perfect for a cozy weeknight or elegant side dish.
Ingredients
- Cannellini Beans: 2 cups, cooked or canned
- Pecorino Romano Cheese: ¾ cup, freshly grated
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Black Pepper: 1 teaspoon freshly cracked
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Vegetable Broth: ½ cup
- Toasted Bread: 1 slice, optional for serving
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the cannellini beans, vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes until beans are heated through and slightly creamy.
- Gradually stir in freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese until fully melted and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve in the skillet or over toasted bread, topped with additional grated cheese and cracked black pepper if desired.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Pecorino Romano for smooth melting.
- Toast bread lightly to add crunchy texture contrast.
- Stir cheese in gradually over low heat to prevent clumping.
- Adjust black pepper to taste for desired heat level.
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