From start to finish, this indulgent and classic spaghetti carbonara recipe takes just 30 minutes to make.
Luscious and wonderfully indulgent, pasta carbonara takes as long to make as it does to cook the pasta.
Did I already mention indulgent?
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Yes, this is not a make-it-everyday recipe.
This is an I’ve-been-eating-my-kale-for-weeks-and-now-I-want-to-splurge recipe.
My Trick for Creamy Carbonara
The trick to making a successful carbonara?
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Some people add cream to their carbonara.
Personally, I think it’s rich enough without it.
What Is Spaghetti Carbonara, Really?
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This recipe calls for raw eggs that are gently cooked by the hot sauce.
If you prefer, it’s possible for you to use pasteurized eggs instead.
Pancetta or Bacon?
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The garlic is optional.
It is not usually included in pasta carbonara, but it tastes great so we’ve included it.
Add the bacon or pancetta and cook slowly until crispy.
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In a small bowl, beat the eggs and mix in about half of the cheese.
Let it be dripping wet.
Reserve some of the pasta water.
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Move the pasta from the pot to the bowl quickly, as you want the pasta to be hot.
It’s the heat of the pasta that will heat the eggs sufficiently to create a creamy sauce.
(That’s the tricky part.)
Add the beaten eggs with cheese and toss quickly to combine once more.
Add salt to taste.
Add some pasta water back to the pasta to keep it from drying out.
Serve at once with the rest of the parmesan and freshly ground black pepper.
If you want, sprinkle with a little fresh chopped parsley.Did you enjoy this recipe?
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