Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Add pasta and cook until just tender, about 6 minutes.

Step 3

Just before draining pasta, reserve 3/4 cup cooking water.

Step 4

Heat butter and oil in a wide, deep skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

When oil is shimmering, add pepper and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

Step 6

Using tongs, transfer pasta to the skillet and add reserved water, stirring to coat.

Step 7

Add cheese and salt and toss quickly until sauce is creamy and noodles are evenly coated.

Step 8

Serve immediately, garnished with cheese.