Amatriciana Penne Pasta Bake

• Serves: 2

This is a great twist on the classic Amatriciana sauce and it is a great speedy supper.

Ingredients

• 250g penne pasta
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 red onion, chopped finely
• 1 red chilli, deseeded and chopped finely
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 200g pancetta cubes or bacon lardons
• 400g canned chopped tomatoes
• 100g mascarpone
• 100g Gruyere or Cheddar cheese, grated
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method

1. Preheat the grill to hot.
2. Bring a saucepan of water to the boil. Add the penne pasta250g penne pasta and cook for 6-8 minutes, according to the packet instructions.
3. Meanwhile, make the amatriciana sauce. Drizzle the olive oil2 tbsp olive oil into a pan and when warm add the onion1 red onion, chopped finely, chilli1 red chilli, deseeded and chopped finely and garlic2 garlic cloves, crushed to soften for about 2-3 minutes.
4. Increase the heat and add the pancetta cubes. Fry for a couple of minutes until crispy.
5. Add the tomatoes and season well. Simmer for a few minutes, then stir in the mascarpone100g mascarpone and parsley.
6. Drain the penne and add it to the amatriciana sauce. Stir well, taste and season.
7. Tip it all into an ovenproof dish and sprinkle the grated cheese over the top. Place under the hot grill for 3-5 minutes until golden.