Pasta With Pancetta and Tomato Sauce – Giada De Laurentiis

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Pasta With Pancetta and Tomato Sauce - A Hearty Italian Delight
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 ounces pancetta , diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion , chopped
sea salt
2 garlic cloves , coarsely chopped
1 pinch dried crushed red pepper flakes
1 can tomato puree or ( 28 ounce ) can crushed tomatoes
1 lb linguine
1/2 cup grated pecorino romano cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
740
Sugar
11g
Fat
29g
Pasta with Pancetta and Tomato Sauce is an authentic and delicious Italian dish that can be prepared quickly and easily with ingredients you already have in your pantry. This recipe adds smoky and savory pancetta to the traditional tomato sauce, giving it an irresistible flavor. The dish is a hearty meal that is perfect for any season. Whether you serve it for lunch or dinner, it is sure to satisfy your cravings. So, grab a fork and enjoy a taste of Italy with this mouth-watering Pasta with Pancetta and Tomato Sauce recipe.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, cook linguine according to package instructions with generous amount of salt until al dente.
2.While pasta is cooking, heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
3.Add pancetta and cook until crisp and golden, stirring occasionally for around 8-10 minutes.
4.Add onion and garlic, and sauté until onion is tender.
5.Add tomato puree along with a pinch of salt and red pepper flakes, and let the sauce simmer for around 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6.When the pasta is cooked to your preference, drain and add to the pan with the sauce.
7.Toss together the pasta and sauce until combined, and top with grated pecorino romano cheese.

PROS

This pasta dish is quick and easy to make, and utilizes simple yet fresh ingredients.

The pancetta adds a smoky and savory flavor to the dish, while the tomato sauce provides a sweet and tangy flavor.

CONS

This recipe contains a high amount of calories and fat due to the pancetta and pecorino cheese.

It may not be suitable for those looking for a low-calorie or low-fat meal, and should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not particularly healthy, the tomatoes used in the sauce provide a healthy dose of vitamins and antioxidants.
Pancetta, though high in fat and calories, contains protein and iron which are essential to our diet.

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