Authentic Spaghetti alla Carbonara

Main flavors

Authentic Spaghetti alla Carbonara

  • Spaghetti or Rigatoni
  • Kosher salt for pasta water
  • Guanciale
  • Large egg yolks
  • Whole eggs
  • Pecorino Romano (finely grated)

Preparation highlight

Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to boil.

Preparation highlight

In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, whole eggs, most of the Pecorino, and black pepper. 2 min

Preparation highlight

Cook pasta until 1 minute shy of al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.

Preparation highlight

Remove pan from heat. Add drained pasta to the guanciale and toss.

Preparation highlight

Serve immediately with remaining Pecorino and lots of black pepper.

Nutrition

650 calories per serving

  • 0 g protein
  • 0 g carbs
  • 0 g fat

The finished dish

Authentic Spaghetti alla Carbonara

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Authentic Spaghetti alla Carbonara

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