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Ingredients
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Pasta and Cheese
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
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, combine the grated Grana Padano and Pecorino cheeses in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
- 3
Toast the Black Pepper
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the freshly ground black pepper and toast for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Cheese
Once the spaghetti is cooked, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water and drain the rest. Add the hot spaghetti directly to the skillet with the black pepper and oil. Remove from heat.
- 5
Create the Sauce
Sprinkle the cheese mixture over the hot spaghetti and toss quickly, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until you achieve a creamy consistency.
- 6
Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and more black pepper if desired. Serve immediately with extra cheese on top.
