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Paste cu Brânză (Romanian Pasta with Cheese)

A recipe for Paste cu Brânză (Romanian Pasta with Cheese)! Pasta is tossed with melted butter and grated telemea cheese for a quick and easy meal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 2 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Romanian

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces (227 grams) dried medium-sized pasta such as penne, macaroni, or shells
  • 2 ounces (57 grams) unsalted butter
  • 4 ounces (113 grams) Telemea cheese grated, or a feta soaked in brine
  • granulated sugar for serving, optional

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, al dente.
  3. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  4. In a large cast iron skillet or nonstick pan, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
  5. Add the drained pasta and toss in the cheese until well combined.
  6. Cook the pasta for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, to get some crispy edges on the pasta.
  7. Remove from heat and allow to rest for another 2 minutes.
  8. Serve warm with a little sugar sprinkled over the top if desired.