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Penne al Baffo

Cultural Context

Penne al Baffo is a delightful Italian dish that hails from the Lazio region, particularly Rome. The name 'Baffo' translates to 'mustache', which some say refers to the creamy sauce resembling a mustache on the pasta. Traditionally enjoyed as a comforting meal, it combines the richness of cream with the savory notes of pancetta and tomatoes. Today, it is a favorite in Italian restaurants worldwide, often adapted with various ingredients to suit local tastes.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
160g di pasta corta
4 pomodori pelati
1 spicchio d'aglio
1 peperoncino fresco
1 bicchiere di panna liquida da cucina
4 fettine di prosciutto cotto
1 ciuffo di prezzemolo

heavy cream

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: Greek yogurt

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

pancetta

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: turkey bacon

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: bacon

Turkey bacon is lower in fat and calories.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

1

Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

2

In a pan, sautรฉ the minced garlic and fresh chili until fragrant.

3

Add the peeled tomatoes and cook until they break down.

4

Stir in the cooking cream and let it simmer.

5

Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and mix well.

6

Serve garnished with sliced prosciutto and chopped parsley.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautรฉing

Spice Level:

๐ŸŒถ๏ธ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ๐ŸŒถ๏ธContains Alcohol

Dietary

dairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Penne alla Baffo
Local Name: Penne al Baffo

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