INGREDIENTS
1 tbsp
plus 3/8 tsp. kosher salt, divided
10 oz
uncooked mezze rigatoni or penne pasta
2 oz
slab bacon, cut into 1/2-in. dice
1 tbsp
olive oil
1 lb
red or yellow cherry tomatoes, halved (about 3 cups)
1/2 tsp
freshly ground black pepper, divided
5 oz
watercress, coarsely chopped
1 oz
pecorino Romano cheese, grated