The penne alla Ciociara with tomatoes, pancetta, and caciocavallo is a main dish with a bold character, perfect for those looking for a simple yet flavorful idea. In this recipe, I’ve combined the sweetness of ripe tomatoes with the savory and crispy note of pancetta, creating a sauce that envelops the pasta with an irresistible taste.
To complete the dish, there is the semi-aged caciocavallo, which with its stringy and slightly spicy texture gives a lot of creaminess and character.
A pinch of chili pepper ignites the flavors and enhances the taste, while the grated lemon zest adds freshness and you’ll smell that aroma!
The penne alla Ciociara is an easy and quick main dish, ideal for a tasty dinner with family or to surprise friends with a genuine and Mediterranean dish.
It is a simple dish with local flavors that are always added values to any homemade and traditional Italian gastronomic dish!
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients
- 11.3 oz penne
- 12.3 oz cherry tomatoes (I love cherry tomatoes but you…)
- 6.3 oz caciocavallo
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 shallot
- 3.5 oz pancetta
- as needed extra virgin olive oil
- as needed chili pepper (optional)
- as needed lemon zest (optional)
- as needed salt
Tools
- Saucepans
- Knives
- Colanders
Few Steps for an Explosive Main Course!
I add the tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, add a pinch of chili pepper if you like, and let cook for about 20 minutes on low heat with the lid on.
I cook the penne al dente and dress them with the sauce with pancetta, mixing everything well and adding some grated organic or untreated lemon zest if desired.
I chose to assemble the individual plates and add the caciocavallo only at this moment to avoid having too many filaments in the pot that sometimes end up sticking everything a bit, but you do as you prefer!
In any case, the dish is tasty and you can enhance its taste with a sprinkle of pecorino or parmesan!
Enjoy your meal and happy cooking!Annalisa
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