Cook pasta according to package instructions (be sure to salt the cooking water liberally). Drain pasta, reserving ½ C cooking water.

While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add pancetta. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add butter to skillet with pancetta and stir in Brussels Sprouts. Cook another 4-5 minutes, stirring. Season with black pepper.

Add drained pasta and cheese into skillet, reduce heat to low and stir well. Cook, stirring 1 more minute.

If pasta seems to dry, add reserved cooking water, ¼ C at a time. Taste for seasoning and add salt/pepper as needed.

Enjoy!