Serves 1
Directions
- 1Season a large pot of boiling water with salt.
- 2Add the pasta and cook according to package directions.
- 3(Optional) Toast black pepper in a small skillet for extra flavor.
- 4Before draining, reserve one cup of the pasta water.
- 5Transfer the cooked pasta to a large mixing bowl.
- 6Add the grated pecorino romano cheese, half a cup of the reserved pasta liquid, and the toasted black pepper to the pasta.
- 7Stir all ingredients together.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 pound Tonarelli pasta or thick spaghetti
- 1 to 2 tablespoons Black pepper
- 1.25 cup grated pecorino romano cheese
- 0.5 cup reserved pasta liquid
Equipment
large potsmall skilletlarge mixing bowl
Tips
- The amount of pepper added is a matter of personal preference.
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