You may have already binged on all your quarantine snacks, but if you’ve stocked up on pantry staples, odds are you’ve got a box or two of dried pasta on hand.

If you also happen to have olive oil (or butter), black pepper & Parmesan cheese, you’ve got the makings for Cacio e Pepe, a fancy name for a really simple pasta dish.

This ‘cheese & pepper’ pasta is so simple and flavorful. It uses minimal ingredients and comes together in no time, making it perfect for a quick quarantine lunch or dinner. (Never thought we’d be uttering that phrase, but here we are.) A big bowl of pasta and a glass of wine can do wonders to soothe an uneasy mind.

We’re all in uncharted territory here, so look for comfort where you can, enjoy a simple meal and do what you can to protect yourself and the people you love. We’ll get through this together…from a safe distance!