Italian · medium
Bucatini all’Amatriciana
Guanciale, tomato, and chili clinging to hollow Roman strands.
Steps
- 01
Render guanciale until crisp. Splash in wine if using; add tomatoes and simmer.
~15 min
- 02
Cook bucatini al dente; toss with sauce, pasta water, Pecorino, and pepper.
~12 min
Tips
- Guanciale fat is the seasoning—go easy on extra salt early.
- Bucatini is traditional, but any sturdy shape works.