INGREDIENTS
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lb. brussels sprouts, trimmed, leaves separated
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oz. fresh orecchiette (see Fresh Pasta recipe) or other fresh or dried small pasta
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Kosher salt
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oz. guanciale (salt-cured pork jowl) or pancetta (Italian bacon), finely chopped (about ¼ cup)
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tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
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cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
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cup grated Pecorino plus more
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large egg yolks, beaten to blend
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Tbsp. olive oil, divided