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Authentic Carbonara

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A creamy and comforting carbonara recipe made with quality spaghetti, guanciale, fresh eggs, and Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Ingredients

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  • 400g spaghetti
  • 150g guanciale
  • 3 large eggs
  • 100g grated Parmesan cheese
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Salt

Instructions

  1. Boil the Pasta: Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente.
  2. Crispy Guanciale: In a separate pan, cook the guanciale over medium heat until crispy.
  3. Whisk Together the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper.
  4. Reserve Pasta Water: Drain the pasta, reserving a bit of the pasta water.
  5. Combine Pasta and Guanciale: Immediately combine the hot pasta with the crispy guanciale and its fat.
  6. Create the Creamy Sauce: Mix in the egg and cheese mixture, stirring vigorously.
  7. Serve with Flair: Serve immediately with extra cheese and black pepper on top.

Notes

Use quality ingredients for the best flavor. Consider adding peas for sweetness or garlic for aroma.

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