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These ingredients come together to create a dish that, much like its historical counterpart, symbolizes the communal and celebratory acts of ancient Roman culture, often used for religious offerings.

Assembling the Cake

The procedure to create placenta involves several vital steps—soaking, kneading, rolling, and layering. The groats must be prepared by soaking them to achieve tenderness, followed by incorporation with flour to form a dough. After a slight drying period, the crust is prepared using minimal water and flour, creating a sturdy base.

The filling is where the magic happens: mixing the rinsed sheep's cheese with honey until it reaches a creamy consistency. Layering the tracta with this mixture provides a refreshing aesthetic.