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3-Ingredient Cacio e Pepe (Pasta With Cheese and Pepper)

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Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Katherine Sacks

In Epi's 3-Ingredient Recipes series, we show you how to make great food with just three ingredients (plus staples like oil, salt, and pepper).This classic pasta has only a few ingredients, but they transform into a surprisingly velvety, flavorful dish.

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