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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- 2
Prepare the Cheese Mixture
While the pasta is cooking, finely grate the Pecorino Romano and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheeses and mix them in a bowl.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Cheese
Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti. In a large pan over low heat, add the drained spaghetti and the cheese mixture.
- 4
Create the Sauce
Slowly add the reserved pasta water a little at a time, stirring continuously until a creamy sauce forms. The cheese should melt and coat the pasta evenly.
- 5
Add Black Pepper
Add the freshly cracked black pepper and toss to combine. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
- 6
Serve
Serve immediately, garnishing with additional cheese and black pepper if desired.
