Red Lentil Spaghetti Amatriciana
Red Lentil Spaghetti Amatriciana
25 minutes total
- Chickpea and Red Lentil
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Long
- Pork/Sausage
- Protein
- Tomatoes
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
Amatriciana is a spicy pasta sauce with tomatoes, chili flakes, onion, cured meat, and parmesan cheese. Traditionally the sauce is made with guanciale, which is a cured meat made from pork jowl, however this can easily be substituted with pancetta, which is much easier to find in local stores.
Ingredients
Serves 4
| 1 | Box Barilla® Red Lentil Spaghetti |
| 1 | Small yellow onion, sliced thin |
| 1 | 20- ounce can crushed tomatoes |
| 2 | Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
| ½ | Cup of water |
| ½ | Teaspoon chili flakes |
| 4 | Ounces pancetta |
| ½ | Cup of Romano cheese, grated |
| 6 | Leaves fresh basil, sliced thin |
| To taste | Salt and black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil then add salt.
Step 2
In a large skillet, cook onions and chili flakes with olive oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until onions are translucent.
Step 3
Add pancetta and cook until crispy.
Step 4
Add tomatoes and water bring to a simmer for 15 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
Step 5
Cook pasta according to package directions, drain pasta. Add pasta to sauce and toss.
Step 6
Remove skillet from heat, fold in cheese and basil before serving.
Red Lentil Spaghetti Pasta
Surprisingly One Ingredient. All Red Lentil, No Xanthan Gum.
Spaghetti made from red lentils, and red lentils only, for a good source of plant protein without additives, like xanthan gum. Make what you love without hesitation. Looking for cooking ideas? Check out our recipe section for creative ways to get inspired.
- Shape Spaghetti
- Cook time 8–10 mins
- Pack size 8.8 oz.
- Range Chickpea and Red Lentil Pasta