Traditional Carbonara
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Traditional Carbonara
15 minutes total
Are you in search of the perfect traditional Italian carbonara recipe? Look no further! With our 6 simple steps, you can prepare a delicious and authentic carbonara pasta dish that's sure to satisfy your cravings. Made with classic ingredients like guanciale and not pancetta, eggs, and pecorino romano cheese, this recipe stays true to the traditional flavors of Italy. Impress your friends and family with your culinary skills and indulge in the ultimate comfort food. So why wait? Discover the recipe for the perfect carbonara today!
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Ingredients
Serves 4
| 1 box | Barilla® Spaghetti No.5 |
| 6 oz | Guanciale (cured unsmoked pork jowl) or pancetta |
| 5 | Large egg yolks |
| 2/3 cup | Pecorino Romano cheese grated |
| To taste | Black Pepper |
| To taste | Salt |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs
Method
Step 1
In a mixing bowl, whisk egg yolks with 2/3 of the grated Pecorino cheese and a dash of pepper to taste.
- Egg yolks
- Pecorino
- pepper
Step 2
Slice the guanciale into 2mm pieces. Add them to a large skillet over medium heat, then cook until the fat has melted and fry lightly.
- Guanciale
Step 3
Cook spaghetti "al dente" in boiling salted water and drain them. Don’t forget to set aside a little bit of cooking water.
- Spaghetti
Step 4
Combine the pasta al dente with the guanciale in the skillet and mix.
Step 5
Turn off the heat then add the egg mixture alongside the cooking water. Stir for as little as 30 seconds.
Step 6
Sprinkle the remaining 1/3 grated Pecorino cheese on top. Serve to your guests this delicious traditional Italian carbonara!
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Spaghetti No. 5
Cooking for someone can be a true sign of love, for this reason Barilla offers you more than 35 shapes of pasta to say “I love you”, “I miss you” or “Sorry”. Italians know the familiar Blue Box means quality, perfectly al dente pasta every time. That's why Barilla has been an Italian favorite for over 145 years.
- Pack size 500 g