Bucatini all'Amatriciana Recipe

Name: Bucatini all'Amatriciana
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound bucatini (tube pasta that looks like spaghetti with a hole down the center of it); Salt; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan in a slow stream; 1/4 pound, 4 or 5 slices, *pancetta, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 4 to 6 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley; Black pepper; Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, Grana Padano or Romano, to pass at the table

Servings: persons

1 pound bucatini (tube pasta that looks like spaghetti with a hole down the center of it)
Salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan in a slow stream
1/4 pound, 4 or 5 slices, *pancetta, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 to 6 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
Black pepper
Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, Grana Padano or Romano, to pass at the table

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and salt the water.
2
Heat a large deep over medium high heat.
3
Add oil and pancetta.
4
Cook pancetta 2 or 3 minutes then add onions and garlic and crushed red pepper flakes.
5
Cook 7 or 8 minutes more, until onions are translucent.
6
Add tomatoes and parsley.
7
Season the sauce with salt and pepper.
8
Simmer sauce over low heat until ready to serve.
9
Cook bucatini pasta to al dente or, with a bite to it.
10
Drain pasta well.
11
Do not rinse.
12
Starchy pasta holds more sauce.
13
Toss hot pasta with sauce and serve.
14
Pass grated cheese at the table.
15
* Pancetta is Italian rolled, cured pork, similar to bacon, but not smoked.
16
Look for it at your deli counter.
17
Bacon may be substituted resulting in a smoky tomato sauce.

231

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound bucatini (tube pasta that looks like spaghetti with a hole down the center of it), Salt, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan in a slow stream, 1/4 pound, 4 or 5 slices, *pancetta, chopped, and more.

Yes, Bucatini all'Amatriciana falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bucatini all'Amatriciana

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Variations & substitutions

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