Bucatini Amatriciana With Ricotta Salata

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Bucatini Amatriciana With Ricotta Salata recipe for a spicy and savory pasta dish
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 ounces pancetta ( optional , or bacon or veggie bacon )
1 tablespoon olive oil , best quality
1 small red onion , peeled , quartered and thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes ( to taste )
1 can Italian tomatoes ( whole in puree ) or ( 14 ounce ) can Italian tomatoes ( crushed in puree )
kosher salt or sea salt
1/2 lb pasta ( buccatini or perciatelli )
2 teaspoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup ricotta salata , finely crumbled

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
545
Sugar
5g
Fat
22g
Bucatini Amatriciana is an Italian pasta dish that originated in the small town of Amatrice. Traditionally made with guanciale (cured pork cheek), this recipe uses pancetta instead. The combination of spicy red pepper flakes, sweet tomatoes, and salty pancetta create a complex and satisfying flavor profile. Topped with crumbled ricotta salata, this dish is sure to impress your guests. Serve with a side salad and a glass of red wine for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, cook pancetta and olive oil over medium-low heat until pancetta is browned and crispy, about 10 minutes.
2.Add onion and red pepper flakes; cook until onion is soft and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
3.Add tomatoes; simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 15 minutes.
4.Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente.
5.Using a slotted spoon, transfer the pasta to the skillet with the sauce.
6.Add butter and toss until the sauce coats the pasta.
7.Serve in bowls, topped with ricotta salata.

PROS

Bucatini Amatriciana is a flavorful and satisfying pasta dish, perfect for a cozy evening meal.

The combination of spicy and savory flavors is sure to please any palate.

CONS

This dish is high in sodium and fat due to the use of pancetta and ricotta salata.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, it does contain tomatoes, which are rich in vitamins A and C as well as lycopene, a powerful antioxidant.
Spicy ingredients like red pepper flakes may also have anti-inflammatory benefits.

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