Pcg Pasta Recipe
linguini tossed with butter & parmesan cheese
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4-6 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
- 2
Cook Linguini
Add the linguini to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Reserve Pasta Water
Before draining the pasta, reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water. This will help to adjust the sauce consistency later.
- 4
Drain Pasta
Drain the linguini in a colander and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- 5
Melt Butter
In the same pot used for cooking the pasta, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
- 6
- 7
Add Parmesan
Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese to the pasta, tossing continuously. If the pasta seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
- 8
Season
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss again to combine.
Serving
- 9
Plate the Dish
Serve the pasta hot in bowls or on plates. For an extra touch, sprinkle some additional Parmesan cheese on top and add a dash of black pepper.