Bucatini all'Amatriciana is a Lazio classic of guanciale, tomato, Pecorino Romano, and peperoncino. Slow rendering, concentrated tomato, and careful off-heat finishing produce a glossy sauce without onion, garlic, or cream.

Pasta con le Sarde (Italian Sicilian Pasta with Sardines) Pasta con le sarde is one of Sicily’s defining pasta dishes, balancing fresh sardines, wild fennel, saffron, raisins, pine nuts, and toasted breadcrumbs. The sauce should taste savory, aromatic, lightly sweet, and distinctly marine without becoming fishy. Servings & Timing Servings: 4 Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: about 1 hour 5 minutes Ingredients 12 oz bucatini or spaghetti 1 lb fresh sardin