Red Wine Bucatini with Pancetta and Parmesan

This is where I try to convince you to make red wine pasta!
Annnd moving right along to Valentine’s Day dinner… here we are!
Though I have to say that I would like a plate of red wine bucatini for dinner TONIGHT. Just a regular old Tuesday. I mean, why not?
I first saw this recipe before Christmas and instantly wanted it but also instantly thought it would be perrrfect for Valentine’s Day. Seriously, I haven’t stopped thinking about it! And of course, I was super intrigued too – pasta tossed in red wine? HELLO! I am so there.
Ingredients:
- 4 ounces diced pancetta
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 6 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- pinch of salt and pepper
- 1 (750mL) bottle red wine, such as cabernet or pinot noir
- 1 pound bucatini pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 ounces freshly grated parmesan cheese
- chopped fresh parsley and basil for topping
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
30 minutes
Total Time:
45 minutes
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