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Spaghetti with Pecorino and Black Pepper

Spaghetti with Pecorino and Black Pepper

Grated Pecorino Romano, a hard straw-white cheese, emboldens spaghetti. Of the many varieties of pecorino, Romano is the most popular and is widely available here. It has an intense, peppery flavor -- think saltier Parmesan with a kick.

Everyday Food, April 2008 http://www.marthastewart.com/316533/spaghetti-with-pecorino-and-black-pepper
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  • Prep Time 5 minutes
  • Total Time 15 minutes
  • Yield Serves 4

Ingredients

    • Coarse salt
    • 12 ounces spaghetti
    • 1 1/2 cups finely shredded Pecorino Romano cheese (4 ounces)
    • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook spaghetti until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water. Drain pasta; return to pot.
  2. To pasta in pot, add 1 cup reserved pasta water. Gradually add 1 cup Pecorino, tossing constantly with tongs until cheese is melted; add pepper. Toss to coat pasta lightly; if desired, gradually add a little more pasta water to thin. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese, and serve immediately.

Cook's Note

Make sure to freshly shred the cheese, as it will melt more easily.

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