Nonna's Pasta With Eggs, Pecorino And Sage

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   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

2. 2

   Chop onion, garlic and sage together until fairly fine.

3. 3

   Generously film a 12-inch saute pan with olive oil, and set over medium heat.

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   Stir in onion mixture, and sprinkle with red pepper, salt and black pepper.

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   Saute until wilted, about 3 or 4 minutes.

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   Take the pan off the heat and cover.

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   Drop pasta in boiling water.

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   Cook, stirring often, until slightly underdone.

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   Scoop out about 1 cup of pasta water and reserve.

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    As pasta gets close to being done, put the saute pan over medium-low heat.

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    Once it is warmed up, break the eggs into the pan, and cook a few minutes, until white is barely opaque.

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    Meanwhile, drain pasta in colander.

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    Turn into pan with eggs, and toss for a few minutes over medium-low heat until the eggs cling to the pasta.

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    Add a little reserved pasta water to loosen it up, if necessary.

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    Taste for seasoning; be generous with black pepper.

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    Serve in heated bowls, passing cheese at the table.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.