Authentic Spaghetti all'Amatriciana Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 pound spaghetti
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, or more if needed
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 7 ounces pancetta bacon, diced
• 2 cups passata (crushed tomatoes)
• 1 tablespoon water, or more as needed
• 0.5 teaspoon white sugar
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 12 minutes.
2. In the meantime, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion until softened and golden, about 5 minutes. Add pancetta and cook until crispy, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in passata, water, and a pinch of sugar. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly, about 10 to 15 minutes.
3. Drain spaghetti and toss with the prepared sauce, remaining olive oil, grated Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Nutrition

• Calories: 662 kcal
• Fat Content: 20 g
• Fiber Content: 7 g
• Sugar Content: 5 g
• Sodium Content: 616 mg
• Protein Content: 24 g
• Cholesterol Content: 20 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 97 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g