Pasta all'Amatriciana is a classic Italian dish of alluring simplicity, originating from the town of Amatrice in Lazio, Italy. This hearty and flavorful pasta is traditionally prepared with guanciale (cured pork cheek), Pecorino Romano cheese, tomatoes, and black pepper. Our rendition of Pasta all'Amatriciana incorporates the traditional ingredients, but adds a twist with the inclusion of artichokes and olives, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
The artichokes bring a subtle nutty flavor and a slightly chewy texture, while the olives add a briny and salty touch, perfectly complementing the richness of the guanciale and the sharpness of the Pecorino Romano. In addition to the main recipe, we also present variations of Pasta all'Amatriciana that cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. For vegetarians, we offer a meatless version made with mushrooms instead of guanciale, while for those who prefer a spicier kick, we provide a recipe with the addition of chili peppers.
MEDITERRANEAN PASTA WITH ARTICHOKES, OLIVES, AND TOMATOES
Vibrant, bold flavors await in this healthier pasta dish inspired by the unmistakable tastes of the Mediterranean.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water. Return pasta to pot.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Add onion and garlic, season with salt and pepper, cook, stirring occasionally until browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Add wine and cook until evaporated, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in artichokes and cook until starting to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Add olives and half of the tomatoes; cook until tomatoes start to break down, 1 to 2 minutes. Add pasta to skillet. Stir in remaining tomatoes, oil, cheese, and basil. Thin with reserved pasta water if necessary to coat the spaghetti. Serve with additional cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 498 g, Fat 13 g, Protein 18 g
PASTA AMATRICIANA
Steps:
- Make sure to have a pot of boiling salted water for pasta going before starting this dish. You will not cook the pasta all the way as you will finish it in the pan with the sauce.
- Drop the pasta into the boiling water to start the cooking process.
- Meanwhile, in a saute pan heat some oil over high heat and add the pancetta. Saute until the pancetta is rendered (most of the fat melts away), and then turn the heat down to medium. Pancetta should look like crispy bacon. Add the onions and stir constantly making sure the onions do not burn. Once the onions are soft and cooked through, add the red sauce. Cook for 1 minute, and then add the cheese and pepper flakes, stirring to incorporate.
- Turn off the heat on the sauce and add the cooked pasta to the pan with the sauce. Turn the heat back on to low and toss the pasta constantly so that the sauce will stick to the pasta (the sauce should be thick and shouldn't create a pool on the plate). Transfer the pasta and sauce to a bowl and sprinkle more cheese on top to serve.
PASTA WITH ARTICHOKES AND PANCETTA
Sautéed artichokes with leeks and pancetta make a hearty, earthy sauce for pasta, brightened by a squeeze of lemon and some herbal dry vermouth. Take care to remove all the tough outer petals of the artichokes; you only want the thinnest, most tender petals to end up in the pan. Bacon avoiders can skip the pancetta. Just use extra olive oil and Parmesan at the end to make up for the missing richness.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, pastas, main course
Time 1h
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Squeeze one lemon half into a large bowl of cold water. Pluck off all tough leaves from one artichoke, until you reach leaves that are pale and soft. Using a vegetable peeler or paring knife, peel stem and trim base of artichoke, then dunk it in lemon water to keep it from browning. Cut off the top 1/3 of artichoke and discard. Cut artichoke in half; remove any inner purple leaves and scoop out the fuzzy choke if there is one. Thinly slice artichoke lengthwise to include some of the heart. Put slices in the lemon water and leave them there as you cut remaining artichokes.
- Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil, then cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in pancetta and cook until browned and crispy, stirring occasionally, 8 to 12 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer pancetta to a paper towel-lined plate; leave fat in pan.
- Drain the artichokes, shaking them well to remove excess water. Raise heat under pan to medium-high, and stir in artichokes, leeks, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and cook until golden brown and tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and stir in vermouth, scraping up any browned bits from bottom of skillet.
- Stir in cooked pasta, pancetta, chives and parsley. If the mixture seems dry, add pasta water, a little at a time. Stir in more salt to taste, Parmesan and lemon juice to taste.
- Transfer to serving plates and top with a drizzle of oil, more black pepper, and more grated cheese.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 547, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 737 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CREAMY ARTICHOKE PASTA
Make a luscious pasta dish with no cheese, cream or butter? Absolutely! The canned artichoke hearts get blended into a creamy sauce that's mixed with roasted red peppers, olives, capers and fresh herbs for a colorful dinner. This is an out-of-the-box, unexpected vegan pasta dish that will delight your family and be easy on the budget.
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions for al dente.
- Meanwhile, blend the drained artichoke hearts, 1/4 cup water, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a high-powered blender until completely smooth. Set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large high-sided skillet or braiser over medium heat. Add the roasted red peppers, olives, capers and red pepper flakes and sauté until warmed through, about 2 minutes. Stir in the garlic and a drizzle of oil if needed. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is slightly softened but not brown, about 1 minute. Stir in the blended artichoke hearts, then reduce the heat to low.
- When the pasta is ready, reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and add it directly to the skillet with the artichoke sauce. Add about 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water and toss together until the sauce and water become a cohesive creamy mixture, add more pasta water as needed. Turn off the heat. Add the basil and parsley, toss to combine and serve.
Tips:
- Use high-quality tomatoes for the sauce. Fresh, ripe tomatoes will give the sauce the best flavor.
- If you don't have pancetta, you can use bacon or guanciale instead.
- Be careful not to overcook the pasta. It should be al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Add the artichokes and olives to the sauce at the end of cooking, so that they don't overcook.
- Serve the pasta with grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Conclusion:
Pasta all'amatriciana with artichokes and olives is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of tomatoes, pancetta, artichokes, and olives creates a flavorful and satisfying sauce that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this recipe a try!
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