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SPAGHETTI ALLA CHITARRA CON CREMA DI RICOTTA, ZAFFERANO E GUANCIALE.

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Guanciale

Cultural Context

Guanciale, originating from the Lazio region of Italy, is a traditional cured meat made from pork cheek. It is a key ingredient in classic Roman dishes like Pasta alla Gricia and Carbonara, celebrated for its rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. While it remains a staple in Italian cuisine, guanciale has gained popularity worldwide, inspiring chefs to incorporate it into various modern recipes, often as a luxurious alternative to bacon.

ItalianITother
10080 min
medium
Servings4
spaghetti
crema di ricotta
zafferano
guanciale
1

Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.

2

In a pan, sauté the guanciale until crispy.

3

In a separate bowl, mix the crema di ricotta with zafferano until well combined.

4

Combine the cooked spaghetti with the sautéed guanciale and the ricotta mixture, stirring until creamy.

Cooking Techniques

curingdrying

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

Cured Pork CheekPork Jowl
Local Name: Guanciale

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