How to Make Amatriciana - A Step-by-Step Guide

Amatriciana is a traditional Italian pasta dish that originates from the town of Amatrice in the Lazio region. It is a simple and delicious recipe that features a rich and flavorful tomato sauce, pancetta, and pecorino cheese. This iconic pasta dish has gained popularity worldwide and has become a staple in Italian cuisine.

The key to a great Amatriciana is in the quality of the ingredients. The pancetta should be of high quality and thinly sliced to bring out its rich and smoky flavo...

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Ingredients

  • 4 slices bacon, diced
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
  • 1 pound linguine pasta, uncooked
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings

  • Cook diced bacon in a large saucepan over medium high heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain all but 2 tablespoons of drippings from the pan.
  • Add onions, and cook over medium heat about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds. Add canned tomatoes, undrained; simmer 10 minutes, breaking up tomatoes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of 4 quarts boiling salted water until al dente. Drain.
  • Stir basil into the sauce, and then toss with cooked pasta. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Nutrition

    529 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 702mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 98g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 128mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 723mg