1/2 pound gemelli, or other similar shaped pasta, such as fusilli, rotini, or cavatelli3 ounces mascarpone cheese zest and juice of 1/2 lemon 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 to 2 tablespoons hot pasta water 3 packed cups arugula 3 to 4 tablespoons grated Reggiano-Parmigiano or Grana Padano cheese 1/8 teaspoon of red pepper flakes extra virgin olive oil for drizzling (optional)




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