Spicy Tomato and Cheese Pasta

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.

2. 2

   While the pasta is cooking, grate the cheese and set it aside.

3. 3

   Chop the tomatoes into small pieces and finely chop the hot pepper.

4. 4

   In a large pan over medium heat, add the chopped tomatoes and hot pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes start to break down.

5. 5

   Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and reserve a cup of the pasta water.

6. 6

   Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the tomatoes and hot pepper. Stir well to combine.

7. 7

   Add the grated cheese to the pasta and mix until the cheese is melted and well incorporated. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.

8. 8

   Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the pasta and mix well.

9. 9

   Serve the spicy tomato and cheese pasta hot, garnished with extra cheese if desired.