Cook pasta according to package directions.

Combine ½ cup of the cheese in a bowl with all other ingredients in a serving bowl and mix well.

Drain pasta, add to mixture; toss to coat completely and serve.

Serve remaining ¼ cup cheese on the side to be passed and sprinkled on each serving.

NOTE: in fact, the pasta is good with any variation on the ingredients listed. Another variation is to use a mixture of butter and olive oil and just the cheese.