This tasty Penne all’Amatriciana recipe is perfect for toddlers and is sure to tantalize their taste buds. Using simple ingredients such as tomato sauce, bacon and penne pasta this recipe is easy to make and provides a healthy, balanced meal for growing toddlers. With its savory flavor and chewy texture, Penne all’Amatriciana is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table. Get cooking today with Toddler Recipes Australia!

General Information

• Servings: 4
• Keywords: Penne, Amatriciana, Tomato Sauce, Bacon
• Calories: 522
• Protein: 20.7g
• Carbs: 36.9g
• Fats: 32.4g
• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 250g Penne
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 200g bacon, diced
• 200g canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• freshly ground black pepper
• freshly grated Parmesan or Grana Padano cheese, for serving

Directions

1. In a large pot, bring 3 liters of water to a boil over high heat.
2. While you wait, heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
3. Once it’s hot, add the onions and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
4. Add the bacon and cook until the fat is rendered and the bacon is crispy, about 6 minutes.
5. Add the canned diced tomatoes, crushed red pepper flakes, oregano, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes more.
6. Once the water is boiling, season it with a pinch of salt and add the Penne.
7. Cook the pasta until al dente, according to the directions on the package.
8. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the pan with the bacon and tomato sauce.
9. Stir everything together and cook for 1 minute more to combine the flavors.
10. Serve the Penne all’Amatriciana with Parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper, if desired.

Recommended Sides

• Steamed broccoli
• A green salad
• Garlic bread