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Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Experience the rich tradition of Italian cuisine with this spaghetti alla carbonara, a classic pasta from central Italy. Made with guanciale fat, large eggs, and parmigiano reggiano, this creamy carbonara sauce combines raw eggs, parmesan cheese, and long pasta for a truly decadent pasta dish. Seasoned with lots of black pepper and a subtle hint of smoke from cured pork, this original recipe brings Rome to your kitchen. Perfect for home cooks, it’s a simple dish that relies on skill, not heavy cream. Skip the pre-grated cheese, use freshly grated, and save your starchy pasta cooking water to create that signature silky sauce.

15 Minutes Preparation time
15 Minutes Cooking time
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4

Serves

4

Egg Yolks

200

Grams

Guanciale or Pancetta

100

Grams

Grana Padano or Pecorino Romano

0.5

Tbsp

Ground Black Pepper

1

Tbsp

Sea Salt

350

Grams

Spaghetti

125

ml

Pasta Water

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