Fettuccine alla Papalina

Origin: Vatican City

Fettuccine alla Papalina, a traditional dish from Vatican City
Photo of Fettuccine alla Papalina via Wikimedia Commons.

A rich noodle dish created for a Pope, featuring a creamy sauce with savory cured meat and cheese. It is a more refined, lighter alternative to the traditional carbonara, avoiding garlic and heavy spices.

Key ingredients

  • fettuccine
  • butter
  • onion
  • ham
  • eggs
  • heavy cream
  • parmesan

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