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Ingredients
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Pasta
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- 2
Prepare the Guanciale
While the pasta is cooking, cut the guanciale into small strips or cubes. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the guanciale and cook until crispy and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the guanciale is crispy, lower the heat and add the drained pasta directly into the skillet. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a creamy sauce.
- 4
Add Cheese and Pepper
Remove the skillet from the heat. Grate the Pecorino Romano cheese over the pasta and toss well to combine. Add freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- 5
Serve
Plate the pasta, optionally garnishing with more grated Pecorino and black pepper. Serve immediately.
