Bucatini a la Amatriciana

4 servings

30 minutes

Bucatini alla amatriciana is a true classic of Italian cuisine from the Lazio region, symbolizing traditional home cooking. The rich flavor of this dish comes from spicy bacon, sweet tomatoes, and a hint of heat from red pepper. The sauce gains depth through slow cooking, while grated Parmesan adds a delicate creamy note. The pasta's tubular shape allows it to hold the sauce perfectly. This dish is ideal for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings with friends, filling the atmosphere with warmth and authentic Italian aromas.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 949.6
• Proteins: 24.3g
• Fats: 51.2g
• Carbohydrates: 95.9g

Ingredients

• Spaghetti: 500 g
• Bacon: 100 g
• Onion: 1 head
• Canned tomatoes: 1 jar
• Red chilli pepper: 1 pc
• Olive oil: 7 tbsp
• Parmesan cheese: 50 g
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Cook the pasta al dente in salted water (al dente pasta is slightly firm to the bite).

   Required ingredients:

   • Spaghetti: 500 g

2. Fry the onion, red pepper, and bacon until golden brown.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Red chilli pepper: 1 piece
   • Bacon: 100 g

3. Add tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, bring to a boil, and simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens.

   Required ingredients:

   • Canned tomatoes: 1 jar
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

4. Drain the cooked pasta and mix it with the sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Spaghetti: 500 g

5. Sprinkle with grated parmesan and serve hot.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parmesan cheese: 50 g