Pasta alla Gricia (Rigatoni with Pancetta and Pecorino Romano) for Two

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Appears in Cook's Illustrated November/December 2018

The porky-peppery flavors of pasta alla gricia deserve big recognition.

SERVES2

TIME35 minutes

Pasta alla Gricia (Rigatoni with Pancetta and Pecorino Romano) for Two

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

Pasta alla gricia is a simple pasta dish based on cured pork, black pepper, and Pecorino Romano. The fat from the pork (guanciale is traditional, but easier-to-find pancetta works well) combines with starchy pasta cooking water and cheese t...

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