Spaghetti All'amatriciana - Michael Chiarello

1. 1

   Put the pancetta in the freezer for 30 minutes so that it will be easier to slice.

2. 2

   Start boiling water for the pasta.

3. 3

   Unroll pancetta, Cut into 1 inch lengths and slice thinly across the grain.

4. 4

   Saute pancetta in oil until it renders some of its fat.

5. 5

   Don't brown or crisp it.

6. 6

   Add onions and cook for 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Put pasta in boiling water.

8. 8

   To onions, add pepper flakes, parsley, stir, then add vinegar.

9. 9

   Let it evaporate for about 2-3 minutes, then add tomato and 1/4 c of the pasta water.

10. 10

    Simmer for a few minutes.

11. 11

    Drain pasta when it it just shy of al dente and add it to the sauce and let it cook for about 4 minutes in the sauce to absorb the flavors.

12. 12

    Put in bowl and put grated cheese on top to serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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