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Pasta Amatriciana
Pasta Amatriciana
400g pasta (bucatini is the tradition in this recipe but use what you wish)
150g pancetta or guanciale
1 teaspoon chopped red chilli
200g passata
75g grated parmesan
100g halved baby plum tomatoes
Handful chopped parsley
Freshly ground black pepper and salt
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Cook the pasta to al dente.
Meanwhile gently cook the pancetta or guanciale until golden and crisp – the fat will render down.
Add the chilli and cook for a minute.
Add the passata. Simmer for a minute.
Drain the pasta and add to the pan with a little of the pasta cooking water to help emulsify the sauce.
Add the parmesan, tomatoes and parsley. Toss together for 30 seconds. Check seasoning and serve.