Spicy Pasta

Spicy Pasta

1 lb. orecchiette pasta

4 tbsp. olive oil, divided

3 tbsp. chopped garlic

2 fresh jalapeno peppers, sliced thin, plus extra for garnish

2 cups of grated Gruyere cheese

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions.  Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.

2. Heat 2 tbsp.olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.  Add garlic and jalapeno; saute 2 minutes.  Add cooked pasta; reserved water, 2tbsp. olive oil and cheese.  Turn heat to high. Sir constantly to keep cheese from clumping.  When liquid is evaporated transfer into bowls and garish with jalapeno.

*** wear gloves while slicing jalapeno