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Bucatini al Amatriciana
Ingredients
1 lb. Dry bucatini pasta
1 gallon Water
¼ cup Kosher salt
2 Tbl Extra virgin olive oil
¼ lb. Guanciale (cured pork cheek) or pancetta, medium diced
2 cups Marinara (see recipe)
¾ cups Yellow onion, small diced
1 Tbl Garlic, minced
½ tsp Crushed red pepper
Grated Pecorino Romano as needed
Instructions
Cook the bucatini following the directions on the package.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pancetta, stirring frequently so as not to burn, until cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Add the onion and garlic and continue until the onions are soft, not browned, about 5 minutes. Add marinara and crushed red pepper and stir until sauce is hot.
Transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add the hot bucatini pasta and combine thoroughly.
Divide among six serving bowls. Finish each with the grated cheese as needed.
