Pasta Carbonara | Sur La Table Recipes

guanciale

🥗Healthier: pancetta

💰Cheaper: bacon

Pancetta is more accessible, while bacon offers a budget-friendly option.

Pecorino Romano cheese

🥗Healthier: Parmesan cheese

💰Cheaper: Grana Padano

Parmesan is a lower-fat alternative, and Grana Padano is often less expensive.

Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook.

Crisp bacon in a skillet over medium heat, stirring often.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a tablespoon or two of salt.

Chop parsley and set aside for later use.

Crack 4 eggs into a bowl, being careful to avoid shells.

Once bacon is crispy, turn off the heat and add chopped garlic to the skillet, stirring until fragrant.

In a bowl, combine grated parmigiano reggiano, cream, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper, whisking until mixed well.

Cook fresh pasta in boiling water for about 2 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking.

When pasta is al dente, reserve some pasta water and strain the rest, then add the pasta to the skillet with bacon and garlic.

Add the egg and cheese mixture to the skillet, stirring vigorously to coat the pasta and create a silky sauce, using reserved pasta water if needed.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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