INGREDIENTS
1 lb
dry spaghetti
Cold water to cover
2 tbsp
kosher salt
2 tbsp
plus 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
100 g
plus 10 grams (3 1/2 ounces), Pecorino-Romano cheese, finely grated (use the side of a box grater with the smallest holes)
50 g
Parmesan (1 1/2 ounces) finely grated, as above
1/3 cup
extra-virgin olive oil
3/4
to 1 cup starchy pasta water
Straight sided saute pan
Spring-loaded tongs
Large mixing bowl