Maccheroni alla molinara

Maccheroni alla Molinara

Maccheroni alla Molinara
Cuisine	Italian
Course	Main course
Main ingredient	Maccheroni pasta, tomato sauce, pancetta, onions, pecorino cheese

Maccheroni alla Molinara is a traditional Italian pasta dish that originated in the Molise region of Italy. It is a flavorful and hearty dish that combines maccheroni pasta with a rich tomato sauce, pancetta, onions, and pecorino cheese.

Ingredients

• 400 grams of maccheroni pasta
• 200 grams of pancetta, diced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 400 grams of tomato sauce
• 100 grams of grated pecorino cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the maccheroni pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside. 2. In a separate pan, cook the diced pancetta until crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside. 3. In the same pan, sauté the finely chopped onion until translucent. 4. Add the tomato sauce to the pan and simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. 5. Add the cooked maccheroni pasta to the pan and toss until well coated with the tomato sauce. 6. Stir in the crispy pancetta and grated pecorino cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the flavors have combined. 8. Serve hot and garnish with additional grated pecorino cheese, if desired.

Variations

There are several variations of Maccheroni alla Molinara that can be found in different regions of Italy. Some variations include:

• Adding chopped fresh basil or parsley for added freshness.
• Using different types of pasta, such as penne or rigatoni, instead of maccheroni.
• Adding a splash of red wine to the tomato sauce for added depth of flavor.

See also

• Italian cuisine
• Pasta dishes
• Pancetta
• Pecorino cheese