For an authentic Amatriciana, use guanciale (cured pork cheek) if you can find it. Pancetta is a great substitute. Use high-quality passata for the best flavor. If you can't find passata, crushed tomatoes can be used as a substitute. Pecorino Romano cheese is traditionally used in Amatriciana, but Parmesan can be substituted if necessary. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your liking.
Traditional Spaghetti all'Amatriciana
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS33
Experience the rustic charm of Italy with this Spaghetti all'Amatriciana, a symphony of rich tomato sauce, crispy guanciale or pancetta, and a hint of spice. A comforting and satisfying dish that brings the heart of Italy to your table.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate97 g
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Cholesterol20 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein24 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium616 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat20 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
11 mins
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions, until al dente. (Approximately 10-12 minutes)
02
Step
5 mins
While the pasta is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent. (Approximately 5 minutes)
03
Step
6 mins
Add the diced guanciale or pancetta to the skillet and cook until crispy and golden brown, rendering its fat. (Approximately 5-7 minutes)
04
Step
13 mins
Pour in the passata, add water, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly and the flavors have melded. (Approximately 10-15 minutes)
05
Step
0 mins
Drain the spaghetti, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water. Add the spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to create a creamy consistency.
06
Step
0 mins
Remove from heat and stir in the Pecorino Romano cheese and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
07
Step
0 mins
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Pecorino Romano cheese.
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Emmitt Stark
Jun 24, 2025The only change I made was to add a bit more red pepper flakes. I like my pasta spicy!
Albin Lebsack
May 20, 2025Easy to follow and delicious! I used guanciale, and it was incredible.
Herminio Rohan
Mar 17, 2025I've tried a few Amatriciana recipes, and this one is by far the best. The addition of white wine really elevates the flavor.
Ben Stark
Mar 15, 2025This recipe is fantastic! The sauce is so flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly. My family loved it!
Arielle Goyette
Mar 10, 2025I couldn't find Pecorino Romano, so I used Parmesan, and it still turned out great.
Ruben Lemke
Mar 7, 2025Simple ingredients, amazing results. This is a new favorite in our house.
Aiyana Kassulke
Feb 6, 2025The tip about reserving pasta water is a game-changer! My sauce was so creamy.