PASTA WITH PANCETTA AND TOMATO SAUCE

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I finally found a recipe for a pasta sauce using pancetta. Very easy and delicious pasta recipe from Gaida De Laurentiis I played around with it and came out with this winner.

Provided by Sageca

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 ounces pancetta, diced cut in small cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, chopped
1 shallot
1 tablespoon capers
2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 pinch dried crushed red pepper flakes
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup basil
1/4 cup copped chives
fresh ground black pepper
salt
1 lb pasta, of your choice
1/2 cup grated pecorino parmesan-romano cheese mix

Steps:

  • Add the pancetta to a heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and saute until golden brown, about 8 minutes.
  • Add the onions and continue to cook for another 20-minutes, or until the onions are deeply caramelized.
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  • Add the garlic and red pepper flakes. Saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • In the meantime, drain the tomatoes in a strainer over a bowl, reserving the liquid.
  • When the onions is caramelized, add the drained tomatoes,the tomato paste, capers and the basil and chives.
  • Increase the heat to medium, and cook until the tomatoes begin to leave brown bits on the bottom of the pan.
  • Then add the reserved tomato juice and water and use it to deglaze the pan. Cook for another 20 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  • Taste to see if it needs extra seasoning.
  • Meanwhile, boil the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.
  • Drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Toss the pasta with the sauce in the skillet, adding some of the reserved cooking liquid until the pasta is moist but being careful not to dilute the sauce.
  • Toss with the cheese. Season with pepper and salt, to taste.
  • Tip:Cut the pancetta to really small pieces, the sauce turns out to be better if they are smaller.
  • Use fresh or frozen Basil.

MD Humayon
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This was a great recipe! The pasta was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Nilam Chaudhary
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the sauce turned out too salty. I think I might have used too much pancetta. Next time, I'll be sure to use less.


Chishti Islamic knowledge
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This pasta dish was amazing! The pancetta was crispy and flavorful, and the tomato sauce was perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Fatma Huka
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This recipe was very easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The pancetta added a nice smoky flavor to the dish and the tomato sauce was perfectly tangy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


RJ Friends club Owner by M FARID HOSSEN RJ
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I loved this recipe! The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I added a little bit of red pepper flakes to give it a little kick. This is definitely a recipe that I will be making again.


Tara Sheton
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This pasta dish was a disappointment. The sauce was bland and the pancetta was tough. I would not recommend this recipe.


Muhammad Nawab
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The pancetta added a nice salty flavor to the dish and the tomato sauce was perfectly tangy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Motisham ch
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I made this dish for a dinner party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the smoky flavor of the pancetta and the tangy tomato sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Carl Reyes
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This was a great recipe! The pasta was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Maza Mazety
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the sauce turned out too watery. I think I might have added too much tomato juice. Next time, I'll be sure to reduce the sauce more.


btw_ itsdanish
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This pasta dish was amazing! The pancetta was crispy and flavorful, and the tomato sauce was perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Jackson Kasema
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I wasn't a big fan of this recipe. The sauce was too bland for my taste. I would probably try a different recipe next time.


Kia
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This recipe was a little too salty for my taste. I think I would use less pancetta next time. Otherwise, it was a good dish.


Sami Omran
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I love this recipe! The pasta is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is so flavorful. I often add some chopped basil or oregano to the sauce for a little extra flavor.


Sami Eyasu
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This was a quick and easy weeknight meal. The sauce was simple to make, and the pancetta added a nice salty flavor. I served it over spaghetti, and it was a hit with my kids.


ma telicom
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the pasta turned out perfectly. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the pancetta added a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Sharqeen Khan
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The pancetta added a delicious smoky flavor, and the tomato sauce was perfectly tangy and sweet. I will definitely be making this again.