Tagliatelli With Chestnuts, Pancetta, And Sage

Name: Tagliatelli With Chestnuts, Pancetta, And Sage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 ounces pancetta, chopped (Italian unsmoked cured bacon); 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage; 8 ounces bottled peeled roasted whole chestnuts, coarsely crumbled; 8 ounces dried flat egg pasta such as tagliatelle pasta noodles or 8 ounces fettuccine; 1 cup finely grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

1
Cook pancetta in oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until beginning to brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
2
Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until beginning to brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
3
Add garlic and 1 tablespoon sage and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
4
Stir in chestnuts and remove from heat.
5
Cook pasta in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water according to package directions. Reserve 1 1/2 cups cooking water, then drain pasta in a colander and add to pancetta mixture in skillet.
6
Add 1 cup reserved cooking water along with cheese and butter and cook, tossing constantly, over high heat until pasta is well coated (add more reserved water if necessary), about 1 minute.
7
Add salt and pepper to taste and serve sprinkled with parsley and remaining tablespoon sage.

564

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 ounces pancetta, chopped (Italian unsmoked cured bacon), 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Tagliatelli With Chestnuts, Pancetta, And Sage falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!