Jul 14 2026
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Bucatini Amatriciana Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Spicy red sauce with pancetta, white onions, basil & pecorino

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Sauce

Method

Preparing the Pasta

  1. 1

    Cook the Bucatini

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bucatini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 9-11 minutes. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Making the Sauce

  1. 2

    Sauté Pancetta

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced pancetta and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

  2. 3

    Add Onions and Garlic

    Once the pancetta is crispy, add the chopped white onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent, approximately 3-4 minutes.

  3. 4

    Incorporate Seasonings

    Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes and cook for an additional minute to release the flavors.

  4. 5

    Add Tomatoes

    Pour in the canned San Marzano tomatoes, crushing them with a spoon as you add them to the pan. Stir well to combine, then bring the sauce to a simmer. Allow it to simmer for about 15-20 minutes until it thickens slightly.

  5. 6

    Finish the Sauce

    Stir in the fresh basil leaves and season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.

Combining Pasta and Sauce

  1. 7

    Mix Pasta with Sauce

    Add the drained bucatini to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if the sauce is too thick.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Serve the Bucatini Amatriciana hot, topped with freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese and additional basil if desired.

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