Toss this No.1 Cacio e Pepe sauce through hot bucatini and finish with Parmigiano Reggiano for a quick Roman-style meal. It is made by Waitrose with Italian Pecorino and Regato cheese, double cream and cracked black pepper. This sauce comes from a trusted British supermarket range.
Our No. 1 Cacio e Pepe Pasta Sauce is inspired by a classic Italian sauce, traditionally eaten in Rome and the Lazio region. Rich and creamy, it's made with double cream, Italian Pecorino, Regato cheese and a generous seasoning of black pepper. Chef's tip: delicious simply tossed with bucatini pasta and a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano.
Size: 300g
INGREDIENTS: Water, pecorino cheese (sheep's milk) (15%), double cream (milk), milk, unsalted butter (milk), regato cheese (milk), cornflour, black pepper, potato starch
Allergy Advice: For allergens see ingredients in bold.
Lifestyle: This product is suitable for Vegetarians
Storage: Keep refrigerated below 5°C. Once opened, consume within 2 days. Do not exceed use by date. For use by date see lid.
Warnings: Pot and contents will both be hot after microwaving. Please handle with care.
| Nutrition | Amount | Reference Intake |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 809kJ / 196kcal | 15% |
| Fat | 17.4g | 37% |
| - of which saturates | 10.7g | 81% |
| Carbohydrate | 4.0g | |
| - of which sugars | 1.2g | 2% |
| Fibre | <0.5g | |
| Protein | 5.5g | |
| Salt | 0.65g | 16% |
Hob: Time: 2-3 mins. CHILLED. MEDIUM HEAT. Empty contents into a pan. Heat gently, stirring occasionally, until piping hot. Stir before serving. Do not reheat once cooled.
Microwave: CHILLED. Microwave ovens vary: refer to handbook. Remove lid. Lay the lid back on to the pot and place pot on a microwaveable plate. Stir halfway through heating time. Allow to stand for 2 minutes after heating. Check food is piping hot. If not heat for a further brief period. Stir before serving. Do not reheat once cooled. (800W: 3 mins, 900W: 2½ mins, 1000W: 2 mins)
Usage: Chef's tip: Delicious simply tossed with bucatini pasta and a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano.
Recycling: label-glued (Plastic - Other); lid (Plastic - PP (Polypropylene)), recyclable; pot (Plastic - PP (Polypropylene)), recyclable
