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1. The Iconic Cinque Pi Pasta

Origin: Though its Italian roots are debated, Cinque Pi (five Ps) is a popular dish featuring key ingredients starting with "P" in Italian.
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Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients for 2 servings:
  • Pancetta unsmoked bacon
  • Porro leek
  • Peperoncino crushed red pepper
  • Pomodoro tomatoes, grated
  • Panna heavy cream
  • Parmesan cheese grated
  • Penne or any short pasta
  • Optional: Fresh parsley and black pepper for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Sauté pancetta, leek, and red pepper in olive oil until softened.
  • Add grated tomato and cook until it thickens.
  • Stir in heavy cream and simmer.
  • Mix grated Parmesan, cooked penne, and pasta water for a creamy sauce.
  • Garnish with parsley and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Why It’s Loved: A simple, quick recipe ready in 20 minutes, Cinque Pi balances rustic flavors with creamy sophistication.