Linguine with Burst Tomatoes and Chiles

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Pulse toast in a food processor to fine crumbs; set aside.

   Step 2

   Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain, reserving 1 1/2 cups pasta cooking liquid.

   Step 3

   Meanwhile, heat chiles and 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat until sizzling, about 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, increase heat to medium-high, and cook, turning tomatoes occasionally, until blistered in spots, about 3 minutes. Continue to cook, lightly crushing tomatoes, until beginning to break down, about 3 minutes.

   Step 4

   Add pasta, 1 cup pasta cooking liquid, and 1/4 cup Pecorino to skillet and cook, tossing and adding more liquid as needed, until sauce coats pasta, about 2 minutes.

   Step 5

   Serve pasta seasoned with salt and pepper and topped with remaining Pecorino and reserved breadcrumbs.