Prepare the Cheese Wheel: Carve a bowl shape into the center of your Parmigiano Reggiano wheel, leaving the scraped bits inside to melt later.
Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook your pasta until al dente for the perfect texture.
Prepare the Sauce Base: Melt butter in a pan, sauté garlic, and add wine and cream if desired. Let simmer slightly.
Warm the Cheese Wheel: Gently heat the inside of the wheel. Optional pour a splash of wine and flame briefly for extra melt and aroma.
Combine and Toss: Transfer hot pasta into the wheel, add sauce or pasta water, and toss until creamy.
Season and Serve: Add black pepper, salt, and garnish. Serve directly from the wheel for a dramatic presentation.
