About the recipe

This is one of the most simple pleasures in pasta sauces for adults and kids alike. Typically with the fresh tomatoes of summer and yet it can be made anytime of the year with good canned or jarred tomatoes. Etto Figaro cat shaped pasta makes it extra fun for the kids. The sauce is worthy of serving to guests at a dinner party as well on any shape.

Preparation

1. Bring 4 quarts water to a boil with 1tbl kosher salt. Drop pasta in the boiling water and cook until al dente. Set a side about 1 cup of starchy pasta water, then drain pasta.
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat until foaming subsides and butter is just beginning to brown, then reduce to low heat. Add cooked pasta directly to the skillet with butter and immediately stir in the cheese. Add pasta water a little at a time as needed and cook gently over low heat for 30-60 seconds until a creamy consistency is reached. Season with salt to taste.
3. Divide into bowls and serve topped with more parmesan or pecorino romano.