We’ve outlined all the ingredients and directions for you to make the perfect Amatriciana Sauce. This dish qualifies as a Easy level recipe. It should take you about 40 min to make this recipe. The Amatriciana Sauce recipe should make enough food for 4 to 6.
You can add your own personal twist to this Amatriciana Sauce recipe, depending on your culture or family tradition. Don’t be scared to add other ingredients once you’ve gotten comfortable with the recipe! Please see below for a list of potential cookware items that might be necessary for this Amatriciana Sauce recipe.
Ingredients for Amatriciana Sauce
- 1 28-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
- 1/4 pound guanciale or pancetta, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 6 fresh basil leaves, torn
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1 pound bucatini or spaghetti, cooked until al dente
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
- Grated parmigiano-reggiano or aged pecorino cheese, for serving
Directions for Amatriciana Sauce
- Puree the tomatoes to a smooth, creamy consistency in a food processor or with an immersion blender; set aside.
- Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. When hot, add the guanciale and saute 5 to 7 minutes, until golden brown.
- Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and saute 1 minute. Add the pureed tomatoes, basil, and salt and pepper to taste. Reduce the heat to medium low and stir well. Cook, uncovered, 15 minutes, or until the sauce darkens and thickens. Toss with just-cooked pasta and serve with a sprinkling of parsley and cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.
Cookware for your recipe
You will find below are cookware items that could be needed for this Amatriciana Sauce recipe or similar recipes. Feel free to skip to the next item if it doesn’t apply.
- Cooking pots
- Frying pan
- Steamers
- Colander
- Skillet
- Knives
- Cutting board
- Grater
- Saucepan
- Stockpot
- Spatula
- Tongs
- Measuring cups
- Wooden Spoon
Categories in this Recipe
- Italian
- Sauce Recipes
