Cheese, Egg, and Cream Based Recipes - Buttered Tagliatelle with Toasted Sesame Seeds

Ingredients                       

• 350 g/12 oz tagliatelle

• 50 g/2 oz/1/2 cup sesame seeds

• 100 g/4 oz/1/2 cup unsalted (sweet) butter

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

• 50 g/2 oz/1/2 cup grated Pecorino cheese

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Method:

1. Cook the tagliatelle according to the packet directions. Drain and return to the pan.

2. Meanwhile, dry-fry the sesame seeds until golden. Add to the pasta with the butter cut into small pieces.

3. Toss over a gentle heat until the butter melts. Season with a little salt and lots of pepper.

4. Toss again and sprinkle with the cheese before serving.