These sauteed onions with cacio e pepe flavors bring the essence of the classic Italian pasta to new heights.

Remove from heat; stir in 14 cup water.

Add additional water, 1 teaspoon at a time, to thin the sauce, as needed.

a photo of the ingredients to make the Cacio e Pepe Sauteed Onions

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Sprinkle with the remaining 14 cup Pecorino Romano.

Garnish with additional cracked black pepper, if desired.

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a step in making the Cacio e Pepe Sauteed Onions

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a step in making the Cacio e Pepe Sauteed Onions

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist: Abigail Armstrong

a recipe photo of the Cacio e Pepe Sauteed Onions

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Melissa Gray, Prop Stylist: Abigail Armstrong