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Pecorino di Norcia
Norcia (Umbria) — Mother recipe · en it
Pecorino di Norcia is a traditional cheese known for its crunchy texture and intense flavor.
⏱️ 20 min prep + 15 min cottura · 4 porzioni · media
Ingredients
- 2 kg Norcia sheep's milk cheese
- 100 g chopped parsley
- 50 g grated pecorino
- 2 diced onions
- 50 ml olive oil
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 lemon
- 100 g fried potatoes
- 200 ml beef broth
Method
- Prepare the beef broth and let it cool.
- Cut the Norcia sheep's milk cheese into small pieces and place it in a baking dish.
- Add the diced onions, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix all the ingredients well.
- Cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chopped parsley and grated pecorino.
- Finally, add the lemon slices and fried potatoes.
- Serve hot, accompanied by the beef broth.
The story
The Pecorino di Norcia has a history dating back to the 12th century when Benedictine monks began producing it in the mountains of Norcia, Umbria.
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