Spaghetti Amatriciana
A classic Italian pasta dish made with guanciale, tomatoes, and Pecorino Romano. Serve with spaghetti and a sprinkle of black pepper.
Ingredients
- β6 oz guanciale
- β1 medium onion
- β3 cloves garlic
- β1 can canned tomatoes
- β12 oz spaghetti
- β1/2 cup Pecorino Romano
- β black pepperto taste
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- 3
In a large skillet, cook guanciale over medium heat until crispy.
- 4
Remove guanciale from the skillet, and set aside.
- 5
In the same skillet, add onion and cook until translucent.
- 6
Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 7
Add canned tomatoes, and cook for 5 minutes.
- 8
Add reserved pasta water and stir to combine.
- 9
Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet, and toss with tomato sauce.
- 10
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 11
Serve with Pecorino Romano cheese shaved on top.