This dish is a true celebration of simplicity and authenticity in Italian cuisine. With just a few quality ingredients, this dish offers an explosion of flavors thanks to the combination of pecorino, parmesan, and freshly ground black pepper. Perfect for a lovely dinner, these spaghettis are both comforting and elegant. 

INGREDIENTS 

Pecorino Romano cheese: 225 g 
Parmesan cheese: 180 g 
Whole black peppercorns: 250 ml 
Spaghetti: 500 g 
Butter: ¼ cup 
Flat-leaf parsley: for garnish 

INSTRUCTIONS 

1. Boil the spaghetti until al dente. 

2. Toast the whole black peppercorns in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for about 1 minute. 

3. Grind the toasted peppercorns using a mortar and pestle. 

4. Grate the pecorino and parmesan cheeses, then mix them together with the ground pepper. 

5. Add a tablespoon of pasta cooking water to the cheese mixture and whisk to create a sauce. 

6. Drain the spaghetti, reserving some of the cooking water. 

7. Place the drained spaghetti back into the skillet over medium heat. Add a bit of pasta cooking water and the cheese sauce. 

8. Stir continuously, adding cubes of cold butter until the sauce becomes creamy. 

9. Sprinkle with extra pecorino or parmesan cheese, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately. 

Enjoy your meal!