BUCATINI ALL'AMATRICIANA WITH SPICY SMOKED MOZZARELLA MEATBALLS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- For the sauce: In a large heavy skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown, about 5 to 7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the pancetta and reserve. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and the cooked pancetta. Simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat until the sauce thickens, about 15 minutes. Stir in the cheese and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- For the meatballs: Position an oven rack in the lower 1/3 of the oven. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the onion, 1/2 cup parsley, 2/3 cup Parmesan, bread crumbs, egg, ketchup, garlic, red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add the beef and veal. Using your hands, combine all ingredients gently but thoroughly. Shape the meat mixture into 16 (1 1/2-inch-diameter) meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet. Make a hole in the center of each meatball and place a cube of mozzarella inside. Reform the meatball so that the mozzarella is completely covered with the meat mixture. Bake the meatballs for 15 minutes until cooked through.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and place in a large serving bowl. Add the meatballs and sauce. Toss gently and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Sprinkle with the remaining parsley and Parmesan.
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[email protected]This recipe was a disaster. The sauce was too salty and the meatballs were dry.
Mis Sabina
[email protected]I had a hard time finding guanciale, so I used pancetta instead. The dish still turned out great.
Ayob Kamal
[email protected]The sauce was a little bland for my taste, but the meatballs were delicious.
Akter hosain
[email protected]This dish was a little too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. I'll probably make it again with less chili flakes.
Rian Bascombe
[email protected]I wasn't sure about the smoked mozzarella meatballs, but they were surprisingly good. They added a nice smoky flavor to the dish.
Shimels Tefera
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll be making it again and again.
Kwizera Michael
[email protected]I made this dish for my friends and they all loved it. The sauce was so flavorful and the meatballs were cooked perfectly.
ishaku ibrahim
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The meatballs were especially delicious.
dirgh bhatta
[email protected]This is the best pasta dish I've ever had. The flavors are incredible and the meatballs are to die for.
Andre McDaniel
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of bucatini, but this dish changed my mind. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was divine.
J A W A D. YT
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The sauce was rich and flavorful and the meatballs were moist and tender. I will definitely be making this again!
KillUrSlfL8R
[email protected]Oh my goodness, this pasta is amazing! I've never had anything like it before. The guanciale adds such a unique flavor.
Juan Olivier
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was incredible! The flavors were so well-balanced and the meatballs were perfectly cooked. I'll definitely be making this again soon.
Noroz Basharat
[email protected]This bucatini allamatriciana was a hit! The combination of crispy guanciale, tangy tomatoes, and creamy smoked mozzarella meatballs was divine. My family devoured it in minutes!