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Linguine all’Amatriciana

Linguine all’Amatriciana balances smoky bacon with bright, gently spicy tomato sauce for a comforting bowl of pasta. Sweet onions, garlic, and basil round out the flavors, while a shower of Parmesan adds a salty finish. Serve it for a relaxed weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal when you want big flavor with minimal fuss.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Linguine all’Amatriciana
  1. 1

    Cook diced bacon in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain the pan, leaving 2 tablespoons of drippings.

  2. 2

    Add onions and cook over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 30 seconds. Add undrained canned tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes, breaking up the tomatoes.

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot with 4 quarts of boiling salted water until slightly firm. Drain.

  4. 4

    Stir basil into the sauce, then toss with the cooked pasta. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.