Amatriciana Sauce Recipe
Make Amatriciana Sauce Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta Ingredients
Sauce Ingredients
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Spaghetti
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the spaghetti and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 2
Cook the Guanciale
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the guanciale (or pancetta) and cook until it is crispy and golden, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Seasoning
Once the guanciale is crispy, add the canned tomatoes (crushed or whole) to the skillet. If using whole tomatoes, break them up with a spoon. Stir in the red pepper flakes, and let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired sauce consistency.
- 5
Finish and Serve
Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the grated Pecorino Romano cheese and season with black pepper to taste. Serve hot with extra cheese on the side.