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Fresh Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi
Tender stuffed gnocchi carrying the peppery cheese flavor of the Roman classic inside. Produced by Forchetta Pasta in Washington using professional pasta equipment for dependable texture, portioning, and kitchen performance.
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What Are Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi?
These gnocchi take their flavor from cacio e pepe, Rome’s pasta of Pecorino cheese and black pepper, and put it inside. The filling carries the peppery cheese flavor, so the sauce can be very simple.
Every batch of Forchetta gnocchi starts with real Yukon Gold potatoes, never flakes or powder, and is machine-shaped in Seattle using traditional dies. See how Forchetta makes gnocchi.
Written and reviewed by The Forchetta Pasta Team · Seattle, Washington · Updated November 2026
Best Sauces for Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi
Butter and cracked pepper: echoes the filling.
Light tomato sauce: a bright contrast.
Crispy guanciale: a Roman touch.
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How to Cook Fresh Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi
Since the filling is already seasoned, taste before adding more cheese or pepper to the sauce. See the full fresh pasta cooking guide for salting, saucing, and pasta-water tips.
Cooking Time
Drop Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi into well-salted boiling water and watch for them to rise. Fresh gnocchi are done when they float, usually in 2–3 minutes. Frozen gnocchi go in straight from the freezer, without thawing, and float after about 3–4 minutes. Once they float, give them about 30 more seconds, then lift them out with a slotted spoon straight into the sauce. Use the timing printed on your package as the final guide.
Storage & Freezing
Keep fresh Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi refrigerated and use by the date on the package. To freeze at home, spread the gnocchi in a single layer on a tray, freeze until firm, then transfer to a sealed bag so they don’t stick together. Frozen product should be cooked straight from the freezer. Don’t thaw it first, because thawing makes fresh pasta sticky and prone to clumping.
Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi Wholesale for Restaurants
Restaurants and retailers can order Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi wholesale directly from Forchetta or through distribution partners Puget Sound Food Hub and Crown Pacific Fine Foods. Forchetta offers flexible ordering minimums and sends samples so your kitchen can test the shape first. When planning portions, many kitchens use about 4–5 oz of fresh pasta per entrée. Ask about wholesale or contact the team.
Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi FAQ
What sauce is best with Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi?
Good matches include Butter and cracked pepper, Light tomato sauce, Crispy guanciale. Echoes the filling.
How long does fresh Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi take to cook?
Drop Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi into well-salted boiling water and watch for them to rise. Fresh gnocchi are done when they float, usually in 2–3 minutes. Frozen gnocchi go in straight from the freezer, without thawing, and float after about 3–4 minutes. Once they float, give them about 30 more seconds, then lift them out with a slotted spoon straight into the sauce.
Can you freeze fresh Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi?
Yes. Keep fresh Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi refrigerated and use by the date on the package. To freeze at home, spread the gnocchi in a single layer on a tray, freeze until firm, then transfer to a sealed bag so they don’t stick together. Frozen product should be cooked straight from the freezer. Don’t thaw it first, because thawing makes fresh pasta sticky and prone to clumping.
Do cacio e pepe stuffed gnocchi need a sauce?
Only a light one. Butter with cracked pepper or a simple tomato sauce is enough, because the cacio e pepe flavor is inside.
Can restaurants buy Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi wholesale?
Yes. Forchetta sells Cacio e Pepe Stuffed Gnocchi to restaurants, hotels, caterers, and grocers, either directly or through distribution partners. Start with the wholesale page, or call (206) 401-8143.
Planning a menu? Request wholesale pricing and samples or talk to the Forchetta team. You can also compare every fresh pasta shape.
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