Amatriciana Just Like My Italian Mom Used To Make It! Easy & Delicious Pasta Recipe!

guanciale

🥗Healthier: pancetta

💰Cheaper: bacon

Pancetta is leaner, while bacon is widely available and less expensive.

Pecorino Romano cheese

🥗Healthier: Parmesan cheese

💰Cheaper: Grana Padano

Parmesan offers a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

Cook 100 g (4 oz) of bacon until golden brown.

Add 1 shallot and brown for a few minutes.

Stir in 500 ml (2 cups) of pulp or puree of tomato, and season with salt, pepper, and chilli.

Cook and withdraw for 10 minutes over low heat.

Meanwhile, cook 250 g (9 oz) of pasta according to package instructions.

Turn off the fire and stir in Pecorino Romano cheese and parsley.

Drizzle with olive oil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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