Spaghetti all'Amatriciana

Ingredients

• Spaghetti

  400 g

  $0.76

• Bacon

  150 g

  $2.85

• Tinned tomatoes

  1 tin

  $1.10

• Parmesan Cheese (Parmigiano-Reggiano)

  60 g

  $1.44

• Chilli flakes

  1/2 tsp

  $0.01

• Olive oil

  1 tbsp

  $0.10

• Black pepper

  1/2 tsp

  $0.01

• Salt

  1 tsp

  $0.00

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Preparation

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti until al dente.

2. 2

   Cut bacon into strips and cook in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat until golden and crispy.

3. 3

   Add chilli flakes and freshly cracked black pepper, cooking for 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Pour in crushed tinned tomatoes and simmer gently for 12 minutes to thicken the sauce.

5. 5

   Transfer al dente pasta directly into the sauce, adding a splash of starchy pasta water.

6. 6

   Toss vigorously over low heat for 1 minute until sauce clings to the pasta.

7. 7

   Remove from heat, fold in freshly grated cheese, and serve immediately.