Spaghetti All 'amatriciana Recipe
nc country bacon, onion, chili flake, garlic, chili flake, lemon paglione tomato, pecorino
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the guanciale or country bacon. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Add Aromatics
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Then add minced garlic and chili flakes, cooking for an additional minute.
- 4
Incorporate Tomatoes
Add the peeled tomatoes to the skillet, breaking them up with a spoon. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
- 6
Finish with Cheese and Lemon
Remove from heat and stir in the lemon zest and grated Pecorino Romano cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt if necessary.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Pecorino Romano cheese and chili flakes if desired.
