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Ingredients
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Pasta and Cheese
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. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- 2
Prepare the Cheese and Pepper Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the grated Pecorino Romano cheese and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well to combine.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the bowl with the cheese and pepper mixture. Pour in a little reserved pasta water and toss quickly to combine until the cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce. Add more pasta water as needed to achieve desired creaminess.
- 4
Finish the Dish
Drizzle with olive oil and toss again. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and more black pepper if necessary.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Pecorino Romano and black pepper on top.
