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Ingredients

  • 1 pound penne rigate
  • 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups loosely packed herb leaves, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Grana, Pecorino or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for serving
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper

Method

  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  • Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium skillet, heat the oil.
  • Add the garlic and cook over moderately high heat, until softened but not browned, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the herbs and cook until just wilted, about 1 minute.
  • Stir the contents of the skillet into the pasta along with 1/2 cup of the cheese.
  • Season with salt and pepper and toss.
  • Serve immediately and pass the additional cheese separately.