Pasta all'Amatricana with Guanciale
This scrumptious pasta dish brings together the rich, savoury flavour of guanciale with the bright, acidic punch of tomatoes. The resulting dish is delicious, rich, and utterly comforting.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4
Ingredients
- 120 grams of guanciale (Italian cured pork product)
- 2 cups of canned San Marzano tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 320 grams of dried bucatini or other long pasta
- 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and add the guanciale. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the guanciale has begun to crisp up. Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, and the canned tomatoes. Simmer over low heat for 6-7 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
- 2
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bucatini and cook according to the package instructions.
- 3
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the skillet with the sauce. Simmer for another minute until the pasta is well coated in the sauce.
- 4
Serve the pasta with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (optional) and enjoy!
Chef's Tip
For an extra pop of flavour, add a handful of chopped fresh basil to the sauce during the last few minutes of cooking.
Fun Fact
The name 'Amatriciana' comes from the Italian town of Amatrice, near the border between Lazio and Abruzzo, which is known for its guanciale!
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