Growing up in Italy, pasta was always at the heart of Marc’s meals. His Cacio e Pepe Blend captures the simple elegance of Pecorino and black pepper, creating the perfect seasoning for pasta, roasted veggies, meats, and more.
Marc Says, "Cacio e Pepe easily elevates pastas, vegetables and fritters with cheesy complexity. Generously shake this pepper-forward Italian classic into your pasta and stir with a touch of butter to watch the flavors come alive, giving you a robust burst of just-right heat and depth.”
Our friend Marc Murphy—chef, author, restaurateur, and TV personality—created six easy-to-use blends to bring big flavor to home cooking. Three are his Essential Blends—Riviera, Chef’s Best Friend, and Surf ‘n’ Turf—designed to make everyday dishes effortlessly delicious. The other three, including Cacio e Pepe, are inspired by the classic pasta dishes of his Italian upbringing, making it simple to bring the taste of Italy into your kitchen.
All 6 Blends:
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“Cacio e Pepe easily elevates pastas, vegetables and fritters with cheesy complexity. Generously shake this pepper-forward Italian classic into your pasta and stir with a touch of butter to watch the flavors come alive, giving you a robust burst of just-right heat and depth.” - Marc
Romano cheese powder, Zanzibar black pepper, fermented white pepper, garlic powder. Contains milk.
- Spaghetti
- Mashed potatoes
- Popcorn
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“Bring meaty Bolognese’s rich, hearty Italian flavors to all your favorite dishes, from cozy tomato sauces to spiced cauliflower steaks. Add this rich blend of garlicky herbs, sun-dried tomato and nutmeg to any protein or ragu to infuse with a warm symphony.” - Marc
Garlic powder, shallot powder, sun-dried tomato powder, hyssop thyme, oregano buds, Grenada gold nutmeg, fermented white pepper
- Fettucine
- Lasagna
- Braises & stews
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“A blend of three chilis, garlic and citrus, Diavolo deals incredible savory heat and spice to round out the flavors of any dish, steak, chicken or fish. For a Diavolo pasta sauce, simply sweat this blend with onions and garlic and simmer with a can of crushed tomato.” - Marc
Garlic powder, silk chili, Cobanero chili, black lime, oregano buds, sun-dried tomato powder, black Urfa chili, laurel bay leaf
- Bucatini
- Grilled shrimp
- Beans
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"Having the perfect ratio of salt and pepper at your fingertips makes cooking easier and guarantees that nothing coming out of your kitchen will be under-seasoned. Chef's Best Friend is my original Season With Authority mix, and it’s one that I always have at the ready by my stove." -Marc
Salina crystal salt (76%), Zanzibar black peppercorns
- Pasta
- Steak
- Roasted Vegetables
Recipes: Sautéed Escarole, Simple Tomato Salad
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"Riviera is the perfect mix of French and Italian flavors I love so much from my childhood growing up in France and Italy. Think of it as an Italian Herbes de Provence and use it on anything and everything — from roast chicken to grilled fish and even a simple vinaigrette." -Marc
Rosemary, hyssop thyme, oregano buds, silk chili
- Tomato sauce
- Roast chicken
- Soups
Recipes: Roasted Potatoes, Spatchcock Chicken with Vegetables
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"Black lime is a little-known spice that should be a staple in every person’s pantry. It’s like squeezing a lemon on your dish but even bolder and more developed. Combined with kelp for a little hit of umami, Surf 'n' Turf is great on fish and roasted vegetables and always pairs well with a good olive oil." -Marc
Black lime, garlic, black pepper, salt (11%), oregano buds, fermented white pepper, wild Icelandic kelp
- Seafood
- Grilled Chicken
- Crispy Potatoes
Ingredients
Romano cheese powder, Zanzibar black pepper, fermented white pepper, garlic powder. Contains milk.
Cooking tips
- Spaghetti
- Mashed potatoes
- Popcorn
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ABOUT MARC MURPHY
Marc Murphy is a chef & restaurateur who has been cooking for over 30 years. Son of a globetrotting diplomat, he started in highly esteemed kitchens and today is one of New York’s most celebrated chefs. He is a judge on Food Network’s top-rated shows, "Chopped" and "Chopped Junior," and has appeared on many other shows. Marc is the author of "Season with Authority: Confident Home Cooking," and host of the podcast "Food 360."
Learn more at chefmarcmurphy.com