Spaghetti With Walnut Cream

Directions

1. 1
   In a covered pasta pot over high heat, bring water to a rapid boil.
2. 2
   Meanwhile, in a large saute pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. 3
   Add 1/2 cup of the walnuts and the cinnamon and cook, stirring, until walnuts begin to brown, about 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Add cream, season to taste with salt and pepper and stir once (sauce will be very thick).
5. 5
   Cover and remove pan from heat and set aside.
6. 6
   Add salt and spaghetti to the boiling water and cook, uncovered, until pasta is al dente.
7. 7
   Scoop out about 1 cup of the pasta water and set aside; drain pasta.
8. 8
   Add 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water to the walnut mixture and increase heat to high.
9. 9
   Add in spaghetti and , using pasta tongs, toss to coat evenly, adding more pasta water if needed.
10. 10
    Add half of the Parmigiano-Reggiano and toss well.
11. 11
    Transfer to a large serving platter and sprinkle with remaining cheese and walnuts.
12. 12
    Serve immediately.