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When you're running around getting things done and every second matters, buzz on over to some Busy-Bee Pasta! Ready in about 25 minutes, you can enjoy some bouncy pasta that's loaded with flavor and is fit for the queen bee herself. We suggest adding your favorite (leftover) protein to the mix (only if you want, though) to create yourself a balanced meal that'll definitely fit in your crazy schedule. Busy-Bee Pasta is here for all the hard workers who need some tasty grub!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more, to taste
- 1/2 cup Pecorino Romano, shredded, plus more, optional, to taste, for topping
- salt, to taste
- dried parsley, optional, to taste, for garnish
Directions
Step 1 -In a large pot of salted, boiling water, cook the pasta to al dente, according to the package directions.
Step 2 -Reserve 2 cups of the pasta water and drain the rest.
Step 3 -In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper and heat until it is fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 4 -Add 1/2 cup of the pasta water to the pepper, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 5 -In a small bowl, add 1/2 cup of the Pecorino Romano and 1/2 cup of the pasta water and stir to create a slurry.
Step 6 -Increase the heat to medium-low, then stir the cooked pasta into the pepper mixture. Add the remaining pasta water, as needed, until the mixture becomes saucy.
Step 7 -Stir the slurry into the pasta mixture, adding the remaining pasta water, as needed, to achieve a creamy consistency.
Step 8 -Taste the pasta mixture and season with the salt and the extra pepper, as needed. Stir to combine.
Step 9 -Serve sprinkled with the extra Pecorino Romano and the parsley.

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