Late Night Pasta Recipe

Late Night Pasta Recipe

  • 1/2 pound uncooked spaghettini
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup pancetta, cubed
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced garlic
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes to taste
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water. Drain pasta; keep warm.
  2. Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Cook pancetta until fat renders, about 3 minutes. Add onions and cook until they begin to release moisture, 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Stir in tomatoes, peas, parsley, Parmesan cheese, and cooked spaghettini. Add the pasta water to create a sauce. Add pepper and red chili flakes to taste. Increase heat until mixture begins to simmer and thicken, stir, and remove from heat.